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Shoving the J into journalism, Hack covers current affairs, music, politics and culture with youth in mind. Get our half-hour radio program sent directly to you each weekday.
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The Shakeup: work tracking you, getting stuck and barefoot vibes

Supermarket chain Woolworths is copping it this week for tracking and timing its workers. Woolies says it's fair and keeps its teams productive, but some staff are calling it bullying.Plus, the 3G phone network is getting shut down on Monday, giving us time to mourn our first internet experiences. A girlie in NSW is also mourning tech, after her phone fell into a crack between rocks. She climbed in to get it... and got stuck for 7 hours.Also, Jacob Elordi was filmed walking in a Byron Bay cafe with no shoes. Fine, or has going barefoot gone too far?And what's an appropriate birthday message in 2024?Host Dave Marchese is joined by artist and performer Etcetera Etcetera and PEDESTRIAN TV's Issy Phillips.
10/25/202429 minutes
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Menopause, but in your 20s

Menopause usually arrives in your 40s and 50s with a barrage of hot flushes, body aches and emotional changes... but sometimes it can come way earlier. Like, in your teens or early 20s.Plus, a freak storm, a failed generator and high school exams — we unpack the power outage saga in the far west of New South Wales. Also, did Senator Lidia Thorpe say "hairs" or "heirs", and why does it matter? Guests:Adelaide Elliot, GrazierDr Simon Wright, energy expert, Charles Sturt UniversityAssociate Professor Amanda Vincent, early menopause expert, Monash University
10/24/202428 minutes
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Tyler has no memory of the crash that killed his mate

Car crashes have killed almost 200 young Australians this year. So why isn't road safety messaging working?Plus, the Northern Territory has become the country’s first jurisdiction to lower its minimum age of criminal responsibility back down to 10.And is the cost of living crisis bringing back a rare disease that sailors used to suffer at sea? Guests:Jessie Smith, road safety campaignerTeresa Senserrick, Director, Western Australian Centre for Road Safety ResearchLauren Ball, Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, the University of Queensland
10/23/202428 minutes
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Did shouting at the king work?

Independent senator Lidia Thorpe wanted her message to be heard, and it worked: her cry of "you are not my king" and "this is not your land" during King Charles’s visit is making headlines around the world. In Australia, it's kicked off a debate around appropriateness and respectability. So how should someone deliver a plea about colonisation to the head of the Commonwealth?And Gladstone is famous for coal, gas and aluminium refining, but is that about to change? The community is exploring its renewable options too. Plus, students from Australian Catholic University staged a mass walk out after a former union official gave a speech railing against abortion and same-sex marriage at their graduation ceremony. Guests:Amanda Morgan, Yorta Yorta woman, lawyer and activistEmma Garlett, First Nations woman, director of the Garlett Group Dr Elise Klein, associate professor of public policy, ANUCharlie Panteli, graduate, ACU
10/22/202430 minutes
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The MP who wants to make abortion a crime

Abortion was decriminalised in Queensland in 2018. But with a state election this weekend, a debate about whether to make it a crime again is blowing up. And Elon Musk wants to give away $1 million to voters who will sign his pro-constitution petition. Is it legal?Plus, a housing policy putting billions towards... not building houses. This is what's in the Coalition's big housing announcement. Also, meet the Tamil refugees stuck in immigration visa limbo. Guests:Ryan Mac, reporter,  New York TimesHal Pawson, professor of housing research and policy, UNSW's City Futures Research Centre
10/21/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: the king's here, Albo's mansion, GWS costume scandal and no card feelings

King Charles is officially here, and Australia is revisiting the debate about ditching him to become a republic.Plus, is buying a mansion during a housing crisis out of touch, or is the PM’s new clifftop pad fine? We also unpack the "completely unacceptable" behaviour of an AFL team at their post-season event. And the work farewell card that only 3 people signed.Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian and sports podcaster Josh Garlepp and political reporter and comedian Sarah Ison.
10/18/202429 minutes
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How do you grieve Liam Payne?

Liam Payne's death has left fans shocked and heartbroken. Why do we grieve deeply for people we only know from afar or through music?Plus, lots of young Aussies are skipping meals because they can't afford to eat.And while finding a 'sugar daddy' is having a TikTok moment, it’s risky. We chat with someone who’s done it.Guests: Dr Georgia Carroll, fan culture expertProfessor Michael Salter, Director, Childlight UNSW
10/17/202428 minutes
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How bullying can torment you years later

Being bullied can change your life forever, and it's particularly prevalent in Tasmania, where an inquiry is uncovering the scale and impact of the issue at schools. Also, aid workers say conditions in Gaza are among the worst yet. So will a threat by the US to cut Israel's military funding actually change anything? And the prime minister has a fancy new house on a clifftop. But he’s not the only politician with a multi-million-dollar property portfolio…Guests: Dr Charles Miller, Senior Lecturer, ANU School of Politics and International RelationsDr Kayla Steele, clinical psychologist, Black Dog InstituteTom Crowley, political reporter, ABC
10/16/202430 minutes
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Should queer athletes have to compete in homophobic countries?

Should queer athletes be expected to compete in countries where homosexuality is not only not accepted, it's against the law?Plus, Papua New Guinea's chance to join the NRL could hinge on the country promising not to do a security deal with China: welcome to sports diplomacy. And the federal government wants to ban annoying debit card payment surcharges. Also, could nuclear power solve AI's big energy problem? Guests:Beau Newell, national program manager, Pride in SportAscelin Gordon, senior lecturer in sustainability and urban planning, RMIT
10/15/202429 minutes
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Is Live Nation what's wrong with the Aussie music industry?

Live Nation isn't just a tour promoter: it's a company that owns, manages and controls venues, ticket merchants, music labels, concert production, resellers and so much more... and some artists reckon it's tearing the Australian music scene apart. Plus, racism and division sparked during the Voice referendum is still being felt one year on.And does listening to music help you work? It's a divisive one, and your answer might come down to your personality type and level of arousal (which doesn't mean what you think). Guests: Avani Dias, reporter, Four CornersDr Anna Fiveash, cognitive psychologist, Western Sydney University
10/14/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: a live streamed hurricane, soft toys and loser siblings

As the clean-up begins and the full impact of Hurricane Milton becomes clearer, millions of people around the world watched the storm unfold over TikTok. Also, should Billie Eilish have to explain her sexuality in every interview?Plus, hot girls sleep with soft toys... apparently. And are YOU the loser sibling?Host Dave Marchese is joined by sports journalist Marlee Silva and KIIS FM newsreader Brooklyn Ross. 
10/11/202429 minutes
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What it's like being 25 in Gaza right now

What is it like to live in the most dangerous place on Earth? We speak to Abeer Abou Mutlak about the past year in Gaza. And the UK has shut down its last coal-fired power station. How did they get there? Plus, firebombings, a police taskforce and illicit tobacco: this is Melbourne's tobacco wars... and it's spreading to other states. Guests:Abeer Abou Mutlak, social researcher and field project coordinator, Caritas JerusalemChris Vedelago, law and justice editor, The Age
10/10/202429 minutes
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The ex IDF soldier now calling for peace

He was a commander in the Israel Defense Forces, but now Josh Drill is pushing for peace in the Middle East. And is intergenerational living the solution to Australia's housing crisis? We meet a young Aussie whose housemate is about to turn 100.Plus, the (fly) ins and outs of dating and relationships as a FIFO worker.Guests:Dr Lyndall Bryant, senior lecturer and property economics researcher, QUTJosh Drill, former IDF commander and peace advocateShane Puxley, psychologist, The Mind Room
10/9/202430 minutes
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This Perth doctor wrote his will, then went to Gaza

Hack is bringing you stories from people affected by the war in Gaza, as the conflict escalates in the Middle East a year on from the October 7 attacks.Yesterday marked a year since the attack by Hamas in southern Israel, while today marks a year since Israel's invasion of Gaza started. Today Perth doctor Mohammed Mustafa tells us why he risked his life to volunteer in Gaza, the horrors he saw, and how hard it's been to adjust to life now he's home. Plus, young people in Warrnambool are fighting to stop seismic testing offshore. And a spacecraft is on its way to find and study the asteroid NASA rammed in its save-the-world test.Guests:Mohammed Mustafa, emergency physicianDr Laura Driessen, radio astronomer, University of Sydney
10/8/202428 minutes
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The Shakeup: Crumbl controversy, true crime ethics, and should celebs get political?

Whether it’s Charli, Taylor or Chappell, should celebrities feel pressured to endorse politicians? Or should we let our fave artists do what they do best, sing?Also, are we a bit too into true crime shows like Baby Reindeer and the Menendez Brothers? And an unofficial pop-up in Sydney copped flack for charging $17.50 for a Crumbl cookie. Host Dave Marchese is joined by Daily Aus editor Em Gillespie and comedian Anthony Locascio.
10/4/202429 minutes
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Can we fix Australia's teacher shortage?

Are earn-and-learn education degrees the solution to get more people into teaching?And sex workers, vapes and assistance dogs: here's what is in and out of the new NDIS funding list.Plus climate change is moving mountains and it means some countries are going to have to redraw their borders.Guests:Nas Campanella, disability affairs reporter, ABCCorrena Haythorpe, federal president, Australian Education UnionDr Lauren Vargo, glaciologist, Victoria University of Wellington 
10/3/202429 minutes
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What's happening with protests on October 7?

NSW Police has launched a legal bid to stop the Palestine Action Group's planned protest on October 6 and 7. The group says they'll go ahead anyway. And the IDF is sending more troops into Lebanon after Iranian missile attacks on Israel. Also, a Senate inquiry has found that anti-semitism is a "sad indictment" on the university sector. Plus, trans folk share the unique pressure to fit themselves into unrealistic beauty standards. Guests:Alex Ryvchin, co-chief executive, Executive Council of Australian JewryAmal Naser, spokesperson, Palestine Action GroupIsobel Roe, political reporter, ABC
10/2/202430 minutes
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Could a fentanyl crisis hit Australia?

It's 50 times stronger than heroin and can kill in just two minutes. The dangerous synthetic opioid fentanyl has been found in drugs in Canberra. We explain what it does and how to keep yourself safe.Also, Qatar Airways wants to buy 25 per cent of Virgin Australia ... so would it make airfares cheaper and should Qantas be worried?Plus, a new online code has come into effect for dating apps to crack down on abusive behaviour.And find out what it's really like to run away to join the circus!Guests:Dr Lisa Portolan, academic, University of Technology SydneyChris Gough, Executive Director, Canberra Alliance for Harm Minimisation and Advocacy 
10/1/202430 minutes
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How to deal with dodgy psych advice

Young Australians need mental health support more than ever but what happens when the advice you're getting... isn't legit?Also, the death toll in Lebanon is rising after Israeli strikes also killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Guests:Dr Ali Mamouri, research fellow, Deakin UniveristyCarly Dober, Director, Australian Association of Psychologists 
9/30/202426 minutes
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The Shakeup: Dan Ricciardo sacked, negative gearing and are concerts too long?

Daniel Ricciardo has been sacked by Red Bull, effectively ending his Formula 1 career. So what do you do when your career ends so early in life?Also, there's been speculation the government is thinking of making changes to tax breaks, but the PM says he has no plans to scrap negative gearing.And Sabrina Carpenter kicked off her Short n' Sweet tour this week, with some fans complaining it's too... short. 
9/27/202429 minutes
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Why you can't buy tickets to this Aussie festival

Ticket retailer Lyte has gone under. Will it pull Lost Paradise down with it? And the US, Australia and a bunch of allies have signed a joint statement calling for a temporary ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel. Plus "freak offs", a thousand bottles of baby oil and a federal indictment: we unpack the alleged crimes of P Diddy. Also NSW police officers have come forward claiming bullying, nepotism and sexism within the force. Guests:Shalailah Medhora, political reporter, triple j hack Poppy Reid, music journalist and commentator Lia Harris, crime reporter, ABCErik Lamir, festival director, Rabbit Eats Lettuce 
9/26/202429 minutes
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The Australian state where abortion access is under threat

A Liberal senator in South Australia has introduced a private members' bill pushing for live births over access to abortions. And the federal government has given the green light to extend three NSW coal mines for up to 40 years.Plus, meet the young Aussies trying to make it big in Bollywood. Guests: Tim Buckley, founder and director, Climate Energy FinanceHeather Waterfall, South Australia committee chair, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists 
9/25/202429 minutes
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Are dentists trying to rip you off?

Thousands have fled Israeli strikes in Lebanon's deadliest day since the 2006 civil war and Australia's huge community of Lebanese Australians are stuck watching on from the other side of the world. Plus overcharging, extra fillings and unannounced xrays: are dentists doing the dodgy?And move over Bridgerton, there's a new deb ball in town and it's for queer Aussies. Guests:Cedric Barakat, youth committee president, Sydney's World Lebanese Cultural UnionDr Scott Davis, president, Australian Dental Association 
9/24/202430 minutes
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The race to see the world before it's too late

Climate change is promoting a wave of "last chance" tourism. But is the race to see threatened locations hurting more than it's helping? Plus, Woolworths and Coles are headed to court after claims they've misled customers with "down down" and "price dropped" deals. And what's behind the national shortage of HIV prevention drug PrEP?GuestsChristina Zorbas, dietitian and research fellow, Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition at Deakin UniMatthew Vaughan, director of HIV and sexual health, ACONDr Susanne Becken, professor of sustainable tourism, Griffith University
9/23/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: your love life's predictable, coworker icks and is uni overrated?

More and more people are racking up HECS debts over 100K. Is uni really worth that? Also, tell us your job and we’ll tell you who you’ll marry. And what do bad hygiene, gossip and hypocrisy all have in common? They're among the top things you hate about your workplace, apparently. Host Dave Marchese is joined by PEDESTRIAN.TV writer Simran Pasricha and Sydney Morning Herald crime reporter, Perry Duffin. 
9/20/202428 minutes
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Was the Titan sub always doomed?

Answers about the Titan submersible's implosion are coming to light at an inquiry.Plus, the Help to Buy scheme is a main part of the Government's housing plan, but what kind of difference would it make (if it ever gets up)? And we speak to workers who think they've found the secret to balancing adventure with their career. Guests:Nicki Hutley, economist Mike Brady, maritime history researcher, Oceanliner DesignsDr Libby Sander, Assistant Professor, Bond University
9/19/202429 minutes
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Karaoke, crime and the 'unhackable' app

Police allege an Australian man is behind "Ghost", a messaging app they say is used by serious criminals all over the world.Plus, the sudden detonation of handheld comms devices across Lebanon has caused death, injury and widespread panic. Also, how will Instagram's 'teen accounts' actually work?And from no lifts to being separated from the action, we hear what it takes to plan a night out when you have a disability. Guests: Nigel Phair, Director, UNSW Institute of Cyber SecurityJaved Ali, former FBI counter terrorism officialAnge Lavoipierre, technology reporter, ABC
9/18/202429 minutes
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How quadriplegia inspired Alex Noble's rules for life

Alex Noble was 16 when a hit at footy training changed his life forever. Now 22, Alex reflects on the lessons he's learnt since becoming a quadriplegic. Also, Rupert Murdoch is taking his family to court to secure the succession line of his media empire.And some towns in regional Australia are going old school, sending notes to one another to communicate when the phone reception goes out.Guests:Walter Marsh, author of Young Rupert: the making of the Murdoch empireAlex Noble, author and advocate
9/17/202429 minutes
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Is uni a waste of time and money?

We hear from recent graduates admitting they left uni feeling disappointed, in-debt and unprepared for the workforce.Plus, Donald Trump has survived a suspected second assassination attempt. And 23-year-old Melbourne racing driver Oscar Piastri has won an epic Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the second win of his Formula 1 career.Guests: Steven Schwartz, Senior Fellow, Centre for Independent StudiesDavid Smith, Associate Professor, United States Studies CentreMichael Lamonato, motorsport journalist, Box of Neutrals
9/16/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup (from One Night Stand)

It's the Friday Shakeup and today we're coming from Warrnambool for One Night Stand. Mass festival cancellations, fewer regional gigs, venues closing — we unpack regional Australia's live music industry.And a senator shocked and horrified with a Gen Alpha-coded speech to parliament. So did she eat? Or take the L? Host Dave Marchese is joined by Warrnambool singer-songwriter Vee Parker and Loch Hart Festival organiser Jayden Bath. 
9/13/202429 minutes
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The world's first trillionaire (probably)

Elon Musk looks set to become the world's first trillionaire within the next three years. Can such immense wealth ever be considered ethical?Plus, defence commanders have been stripped of their medals for alleged war crimes in Afghanistan.And ahead of One Night Stand, we're heading to Warrnambool to hear about the state of regional live music.Guests:Dr Samantha Crompvoets, sociologist and former defence contractor Hon. Martin Hamilton-Smith, Chairman, Australian Special Air Service AssociationCarl Rhodes, Dean, UTS Business School
9/12/202429 minutes
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Here's what went down at the defence expo protests

An anti-war rally descended into violence in the biggest Victorian police operation in 20 years, according to police. So what happened?Plus, US presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris faced off in a chaotic US election debate.And almost a year on since the Voice referendum was defeated, we ask the Minister for Indigenous Australians what the next steps are to support First Nations people. Guests:Bella Beiraghi, co-chair of the blockade & organiser, Students for PalestineBec Shrimpton, director of defence strategy and national security, ASPISenator Malarndirri McCarthy, Minister for Indigenous AustraliansDr Emma Shortis, US politics expert, The Australia Institute
9/11/202429 minutes
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Is Schoolies safe from needle spiking?

We still don't know how widespread needle spiking is, but year after year, people are coming forward saying it's happening to them.Hack speaks to someone who says they were needle spiked at Schoolies last year.Plus, family and survivors of Australia's worst road accident in decades have spoken of their trauma as a bus driver prepares to be sentenced.And the government wants to ban social media for under 16s. Is it a good idea?Guests:Lillian Watkins, reporter, ABCDaniel Angus, media professor, QUT
9/10/202429 minutes
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Is tourism tearing communities apart?

The seasonal tourism town of Exmouth is struggling to cope with visitor numbers, and some travellers are copping a hostile reaction from locals.Plus, the final report into the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide has been handed down. Here's what it means for young veterans.And can mining cause earthquakes?Guests:Brodie Moore, former soldier and veteran's health nurseFreya Higgins-Desbiolles, senior tourism lecturer, University of South AustraliaDr Trevor Allen, senior seismologist, Geoscience Australia
9/9/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: R.I.P 'come to Brazil', quiet vacationing and dating leave

X is now banned entirely in Brazil, after a long legal fight with Elon Musk. Is this the end of stan twitter? And quiet vacationing is the new way to reclaim your work, apparently. Plus, should your boss give you dating leave?Host Dave Marchese is joined by artist and performer Etcetera Etcetera and journalist Marty Smiley. 
9/6/202428 minutes
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How long could you go with no phone, no talking and no distractions?

Is constant stimulation harming our mental health? This group is sitting in silence to figure it out. Plus, we find out what it will actually take for Australia to reach net zero.And we get into the underground music scene, a place more young people are turning as festivals collapse. Guests:Matt Kean, chairman, Climate Change AuthorityScarlett Smout, research associate, University of SydneyDr Jodie Taylor, music and culture scholar
9/5/202429 minutes
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Are women safe at this nightclub?

Major hospitality group Merivale has been accused of fostering a culture that puts women at risk. Hack speaks to the reporter investigating the allegations.Plus, sex education content creators are worried they're being 'shadow banned' on social media by AI bots.And what kind of impact will the 3G shutdown have on young Aussies in rural and remote areas? We hear from farmers who say it'll affect their work, study and even dating. Guests:Adelaide Miller, reporter, ABCDr Marten Risius, senior lecturer in business information, University of QueenslandDr Daniel Featherstone, senior research fellow, RMIT
9/4/202429 minutes
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How Aisha escaped a forced marriage

We speak to a young woman who escaped forced marriage, the most common form of human trafficking in Australia. Plus, more than 900 days into the war in Ukraine, Russia has fired a missile attack on Kyiv as kids were about to start their first day of the school year. Also, is it time hairdressers are taught to cut, style and care for curly and coily hair?GuestsStephen Jay, Detective Superintendent, AFPDr Olga Oleinikova, senior lecturer, UTS
9/3/202429 minutes
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Landlord watchdog: yes or no?

The federal Greens are proposing a national body that could hand out fines to landlords breaking rules. Plus, spring has sprung with... wild weather. Victoria and Tasmania are battling cyclonic winds and storms, and parts of Northern Australia had a sweltering end to August. And mass protests have broken out in Israel after the deaths of hostages in Gaza. Also, we unpack the rise (and recent arrest) of Telegram's billionaire CEO, Pavel Durov.Guests:Adam Bandt, Greens leaderDr Ran Porat, lecturer, Monash UniversityPaul Mozur, technology correspondent, New York Times
9/2/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: LGBT census saga, citizen's arrests and friends with badminton

How many queer people are there in Australia? We might find out soon with the federal government backflipping on including a question about sexuality in the next census... as long as it passes the testing phase. And would you ever make a citizen's arrest?Plus, teens in Hong Kong are swapping sex for badminton (or at least that's what their government wants them to do). Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalist Sarah Ison from The Australian and content creator Tim Abbott. 
8/30/202428 minutes
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Harry Garside on defeat, masculinity and poetry

Boxer Harry Garside felt like he let Australia down when he was knocked out of the Paris Olympics. He opens up about this defeat and its emotional toll, breaking gender stereotypes, and what it means to be a man today. Plus, we unpack what life in the Northern Territory might look like, after the Country Liberal Party smashed Labor at the election on the weekend, promising to get tougher on youth crime. And the Paralympics is officially underway in Paris. Do the Games have a gender problem? Guests:Harry Garside, Olympic boxerDr Georgia Munro-Cook, Paralympian and research fellow, Griffith Uni
8/29/202429 minutes
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Misogyny in the classroom is forcing teachers to leave

From being moaned at, to getting sexualised comments on their appearance and overhearing kids justifying sexual assault — teachers say they're facing misogyny from their students in the classroom, and lots are wanting to quit because of it. Plus, think getting scammed is a boomer thing? We hear from young people who've grappled with overwhelming shame after becoming the victim of a scam. Guests: Fraser, teacherDr Zac Seidler, clinical psychologistDr Kate Gould, scams researcher, Monash University
8/28/202429 minutes
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Where it's forbidden for women to make a sound

Women and girls in Afghanistan are forbidden to speak or show their faces in public under new laws introduced by the Taliban. Plus, tens of thousands of people have marched in protest against the forced administration of the CFMEU. And the federal government says it will cap international student enrolment numbers next year. Also, we unpack what your choice of boot says about you. Guests:Elias Clure, reporter, ABCAzadah Raz Mohammad, legal advisor, Atlantic Council
8/27/202429 minutes
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Can you actually ignore calls from work now?

Happy Disconnect Day: you can legally ignore those after-hours work notifications. Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah are signalling they'll step back from hostilities after heavy exchanges of fire. But is the Middle East still on the brink of a wider conflict?Plus, a crackdown on the aviation industry will mean a new watchdog, refunds for cancelled flights and minimum standards for passengers with disability.Guests:Jessica Genauer, senior lecturer, Flinders UniversityDean Long, CEO, Australian Travel Industry Association John Hopkins, associate professor, Swinburne University of Technology 
8/26/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: the price of fame, pollies acting out and metro memes

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
8/23/202429 minutes
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Is disability support going backwards?

The NDIS will be slashed by $14 billion in a move that disability advocates have called a "profound betrayal". Plus, Oprah, the Obamas and Lil Jon: Will the celebrity worship at the Democratic National Convention help Kamala Harris' campaign?We also unpack how communities on the ground are feeling ahead of the Northern Territory election.And meet the woman with the rare condition called uterus didelphys... in other words: two vaginas. Guests:Ava Kalinauskas, research associate, United States Studies CentreDr Charlotte Elder, gynaecologist 
8/22/202430 minutes
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When endometriosis treatments failed her, Inez made a final choice

Meet the young woman who gave up her fertility in a last-ditch attempt to tackle her endometriosis. And we hear from tradies in their twenties who are struggling with debilitating pain, just a few years into working.Plus, the politician who's demanding parliament clean up its act and crack down on MPs behaving badly. Guests:Syl Freedman, co-founder, EndoActiveKylea Tink, independent member for North Sydney
8/21/202430 minutes
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Is weapons training injuring soldiers' brains?

Soldiers who've never been to war are showing signs of PTSD. Could firing their own weapons in training be injuring their brains?Gaza ceasefire negotiations are continuing, with the US warning this could be the last opportunity to broker a truce and hostage release.And with so much talk of defamation action lately, we're asking is it too easy for politicians to take someone to court for attacking their reputation?Plus, we unpack the secrets around "dark marketing" and why you're seeing more of it.Guests:Elise Worthington, national health reporter, ABCBrendan Clift, law lecturer, University of MelbourneNick Carah, marketing expert, University of Queensland
8/20/202429 minutes
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Will AI destroy the music industry?

AI is inescapable, so how is the deeply personal craft of making music supposed to compete with tech's rapid output? As publishers ponder the marketability of AI music, artists are worried about how the technology is being trained. And mpox has been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization and its impact here is pretty unknown so far. Is enough being done to keep Aussies informed? Plus, encampments set up at campuses around the country stood in solidarity with Gaza and many called for their unis to divest from big weapons manufacturers. Now the Greens want to force unis to disclose those investments publicly. GuestsProfessor Andrew Grulich, medical epidemiologist, Kirby InstituteDean Ormston, ceo, APRA AMCOSSally Coleman, Big Sand
8/19/202428 minutes
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The Shakeup: the Raygun situation, deadline panic and giving up sex for a house

After a week of conspiracy theories, memes, and prime group chat fodder, Raygun has finally responded after her performance at the Olympics. And the NSW Liberal Party missed a pretty important deadline to register candidates in local elections across the state,and now the guy in charge has been sacked. Plus, would you give up sex (of any kind) for a whole year to get a house deposit? Host Dave Marchese is joined by editor of The Daily Aus Emma Gillespie and KIIS FM newsreader Brooklyn Ross. 
8/16/202429 minutes
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Is CrossFit pushing people too far?

The CrossFit Games have just wrapped up, but the tournament was overshadowed when a competitor died during an event. Now the community is reeling, and some are turning away from the sport all together.Also, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton says Palestinians fleeing Gaza should not be granted visas for now, with arguments breaking out in parliament.And the report into the unexplained deaths of more than 300 Aboriginal women and children has been released after a Senate inquiry was set up two years ago.Plus, making friends is hard. So what if a service could find your perfect friend match for you?Guests:Dr Kim Way, exercise physiologist, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition at Deakin UniDorinda Cox, Noongar Yamatji woman and Greens senator
8/15/202430 minutes
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Is it okay to track your friends?

Are tracking apps are an important safety tool or a massive privacy risk? It depends on who you ask. And the Green Cicada Network is an AI-controlled bot network that might just influence the US election. Now that Aussie cyber security experts have uncovered it, what can we do about it?Plus, the Great Barrier Reef is in decline. So how does that impact the people who live, work and have strong cultural connections to the natural wonder?Guests:Katherine Mansted, executive director of cyber intelligence, Cyber CXDr Ausma Bernot, tech and crime lecturer, Griffith UniversityDr Ben Henley, ecosystem sciences lecturer, University of Melbourne
8/14/202429 minutes
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Ever seen your hometown in a video game?

Could Australia's next iconic piece of art be a video game? As the industry grows, Aussie game developers are helping players from across the world explore never-before-seen regions and communities. And the federal government has a plan to stop big business data leaks from stealing all your information. Instead, the government wants to be the one to hold all your information securely. Are they up to the challenge?Plus, we think of cosmetic surgery as a personal choice, but what if it feels like your culture makes that choice for you? Liana, who's an image stylist and a Korean Australian, says the pressure to change your appearance has become a deeply ingrained part of South Korean culture.  Guests: Richard Buckland, professor in cybercrime cyberwar and cyberterror, UNSWLiana Choi, image stylistGoldie Bartlett, artist and game developer, RMIT
8/13/202429 minutes
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The Australian breaking community weighs in on Raygun

Dr Rachael Gunn — aka B-girl Raygun — is a global sensation. So did she steal the show or kill it? Hack speaks to Australia's breaking community and those who know her.Also, do we need more supervised injecting centres across Australia? We look at the spike in overdoses in suburban areas.And the world reacts to a school bombing in Gaza. So what's happened over the weekend?Guests:Dr Robert Graham, addiction medicine specialistLeah Clark, B-girl flix and breaker business ownerB-boy Sette
8/12/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: Taylor terror, spy kids and Albo's meme dreams

Australia's terror threat has been raised from "possible" to "probable", and a foiled terror plot led to three Taylor Swift concerts in Europe being cancelled. So should we be concerned about more threats? And imagine, in an instant, your whole worldview changed: your parents, who you are, and where you come from - all completely made up. This was what happened to two Argentinian kids this week who found out their parents were actually Russian spies living in Slovenia and posing as Argentinians.Plus, Anthony Albanese has been jumping on the political meme train, but there's just something off about them. Host Dave Marchese is joined by fashion and culture writer Maggie Zhou and journalist Daniel Healion. 
8/9/202429 minutes
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The secret shame that fuels a sneaky bet

Sports betting, online lotteries, or a cheeky slap at the pokies: gambling is a pervasive part of Australian life, with two in five gambling every week. It's a part of our culture that's social, but it can also can bring a lot of shame.  And early childhood educators have negotiated a 15% pay rise. Is it too little, too late to stop workers leaving the industry in droves? Plus, while women dominate Australia's gold medal tally at the Olympics, research from Share the Dignity has found 70% of women miss out on sport because of their period. So what can we do to support women in sport at the community level? Guests:Zoe Daniel, independent member for GoldsteinDr Marty Mills-Bayne, senior lecturer in early childhood education, University of South Australia
8/8/202429 minutes
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The lab-grown brains taking on AI

You've heard of AI, but what about SBI? Synthetic biological intelligence is the next big tech frontier.  And a teacher, serviceman, and football coach: here's what we know about Kamala Harris's new running mate, Tim Walz. Also, is the hardcore music scene a safe space? These queer and gender diverse fans think so. Plus, Gen Alpha just picked up its first gold medal for Australia thanks to 14-year-old Queensland skateboarder Arisa Trew. So will sports like skateboarding, breaking, and surfing help younger people get interested in the Olympics? Guests:Dr Brett Kagan, scientist, Cortical LabsHunter Fujak, sports management lecturer, Deakin University
8/7/202429 minutes
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Is everyone cheating for their drivers licence?

Is getting your drivers licence too easy? And would making driver testing harder lower the road toll?And the federal government wants to crack down on international student numbers in Australia but are caps the answer? Unis, businesses and students themselves are all slamming this idea. Plus, a US judge ruled Google has illegally crushed its competition to maintain a monopoly in online search.Also, disability advocates are concerned that proposed changes to the NDIS could make it harder for people with multiple disabilities to receive the support they need.Guests:Levi Anderson, young drivers researcher, University of the Sunshine CoastGerrit De Vynch, technoloy reporter, Washington Post 
8/6/202430 minutes
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The misinformation campaign overshadowing the Olympics

An Olympic boxer has been caught in the middle of a transgender hate campaign on social media, all while trying to win a medal for her country. And from "possible" to "probable": what does the terror threat being raised actually mean for Australians and why is it being bumped up? Also in the UK, violent riots have broken out across the country after disinformation spread online following a mass stabbing attack that left three kids dead. Plus, we get the wrap on the 2024 Garma Festival, Australia's biggest gathering focused on Indigenous culture and politics. Guests:Dr Andrew Zammit, terrorism researcher, Victoria UniversityDr Ryan Storr, research fellow in sport innovation, Swinburne University of Technology
8/5/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: Ballerina Farm backlash, medal tally truthers and phone receipts

Is the Ballerina Farm backlash fair? The woman at the centre of it all, Hannah Neeleman, has called the original article a hit piece but many online think it just exposes the reality of the 'trad-wife' lifestyle she promotes. And every Australian gold medal winner is a woman (so far) and we're sitting at fourth place on the medal tally...unless you ask the United States. The way that US media has been counting Olympic success has a lot of people scratching their heads. Plus, how would you feel if your phone calls were recorded AND there was a written transcript to go with it?Host Dave Marchese is joined by content creator Tim Abbott and author Lucinda Price (aka Froomes).
8/2/202429 minutes
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Is moving all the time making you sick?

Is it bad for your body to be a renter? We explore whether the rental crisis is impacting our health as well as our wallets.  And bush blocks, booby traps and body cams: the inquest into the murder of two police officers and a civilian at Wieambilla in December 2022 is well underway and the evidence has been harrowing. Also, here's why thousands of people are protesting across Venezuela after the re-election of President Nicolás Maduro. While some international watchdogs are casting doubt on the results all together,  Venezuelans are taking their anger to the streets. Plus, is fast food really the first thing to go when money is tight? Guests:Dr Erika Martino, healthy housing research fellow, University of Melbourne Laura Lavelle, journalist, ABCDr Christina Zorbas, nutrition researcher and dietician, Deakin University
8/1/202429 minutes
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13 of 172: disability community 'devastated' by royal commission response

It's been 10 months since the disability royal commission made 172 recommendations within the federal government's primary or shared control, to improve the lives of people with disability. Now, the government’s responded: it says it will accept 13 of them in full. So what’s not going to change?And, another regional Aussie airline is in deep financial trouble. Plus, Victoria may soon be the second place in the country where it’s legal to drive if you've been prescribed medicinal cannabis.Guests:Marayke Jonkers, president, People with Disability AustraliaClaudia Long, political reporter, ABCProfessor Jen Martin, director, Australian Centre for Cannabinoid Clinical and Research Excellence
7/31/202428 minutes
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The Olympics isn't fair (but it could be)

What if we told you Australia actually won the Tokyo Olympics? Well, some mathematicians have developed a "fairer" way to tally Olympic medals and it could change the way we determine winning. And Australians are being told to leave Lebanon immediately as tensions rise along the borders with Israel and Syria. Plus, is "underconsumption core" just a way to repackage minimalism? Or is it actually just the way we all live?Guests:Ryan Holloway, chief partnerships officer, Australian Sports FoundationDr Brent Coker, marketing lecturer, University of MelbourneLottie Dalziel, founder, Banish
7/30/202429 minutes
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Is the Bank of Mum and Dad broke?

We hear all the time about kids borrowing from their parents for home loans and other financial struggles. But new research suggests it's not as common as we might think. So is the Bank of Mum and Dad actually an option in 2024? And, it's hard to imagine being forced to marry someone you don't want to, but for the first time today, someone in Australia has been jailed for breaking forced marriage laws.Plus, life in the Australian outback can be pretty isolating, especially if you have endometriosis. Guests:Dan Woodman, professor of sociology, University of MelbourneProfessor Jennifer Burn, director, Anti Slavery AustraliaMichelle Hannan, Queensland primary health lead, Royal Flying Doctor Service
7/29/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: the most online Olympics ever, Bratmala and Katy's AFL debut

Theft, fashion, and already a loss for the Matildas. The 2024 Olympics are just getting started and they're set to be the most online ever. And can a sea of acid green squares and TikTok edits actually get Kamala elected? Plus, Katy Perry performing at the AFL Grand Final sounds like an executive thought it up in a dream but now it's going to be reality. Host Dave Marchese is joined by sports journalist Marlee Silva and comedian Billy D'Arcy.
7/26/202429 minutes
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How do we fix Australia's live music industry?

Musicians say it's getting harder to make a living in the arts. So what does the government need to do to fix the problem?Also, unis are under fire for using surveillance technology to find and punish students who took part in pro-Palestinian encampments.And two senior ministers are retiring from politics at the next election, paving the way for the PM to do a cabinet reshuffle.Plus, should people who don't have a disability laugh at vids on the official Paralympics TikTok?Guests:Scarlett McKahey and Jaida Stevenson, Teen Jesus and the Jean TeasersShalailah Medhora, triple j Hack political reporterShane Clifton, Associate Professor, Centre for Disability Research and Policy, University of Sydney 
7/25/202429 minutes
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Australia is in a baby drought. Is that a bad thing?

How low could Australia's birth rate go? We talk about the dilemma young people are facing when deciding whether or not to become parents.Plus, Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in the US — could a peace deal be around the corner?Also, the uni fees system is broken, according to experts.And how do you find a date in the outback when the station you work on is bigger than the dating apps' radius?Guests:Jared Mondschein, research director, United States Studies CentreGina Rushton, journalist and host of The Dilemma podcast
7/24/202429 minutes
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Grindr is being used to coordinate homophobic attacks

ACT police are searching for a group responsible for two separate attacks on men, lured to locations through Grindr. We ask what you can do to keep yourself safe on hook-up apps.And internet blackouts remain in force in Bangladesh, after deadly protests fuelled by high youth unemployment killed at least 114 people. Plus, how much do you think your private data is worth? The data stolen from Medisecure has been sold on the dark web for a price that might surprise you.Guests:Acting Commander Richard Breiner, ACT PolicingEloise Layard, manager of LGBTQ+ Health Programs at ACONAnge Lavoipierre, ABC's national technology reporter
7/23/202430 minutes
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Are memes enough to get Kamala Harris into the Oval Office?

Joe's out ... so now is it all up to Kamala Harris? We look at whether the memes, edits and celeb endorsements will help or hurt her chances in the race to be president.Plus, should tradies be worried about new research on their exposure to potentially cancer-causing fumes?And we unpack why we're seeing a boom in some niche sports, while others are fading away.Guests:Jessica Siles, advocate with Voters for TomorrowDr Renee Carey, Curtin University researcherRochelle Eime, professor of sports science at Federation University
7/22/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: blue screen of death, ear bandage trend and height defamation

A tech outage led to chaos around the world - what happened?Also, Donald Trump's given a big speech after surviving an assassination attempt, with Republican's donning ear patches in solidarity.Plus, Italy's Prime Minister has sued a journalist who roasted her online, calling her short.And an Aussie Olympian has amputated part of his finger to get to Paris.Host Dave Marchese is joined by performer Etcetera Etcetera and journalist Ellie Grounds. 
7/19/202430 minutes
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Why dreams leave you with an emotional hangover

Has fighting with your partner or friend in a dream really put you in the foulest mood with them the next day, even though it wasn’t real?Plus, is there such a thing as ethical investing? Turns out AustralianSuper has been accused of greenwashing after money from its “ethical option” went towards coal, oil and gas.And if someone was accused of something really serious like assault while they were working, who would you want investigating that? That's a question that's being asked, after an allegation that a police officer who was trying to break up a fight in a NSW shopping centre with his two colleagues used unreasonable force.Guests:Estelle Parker, co-CEO, Responsible Investment Association AustralasiaProfessor Drew Dawson, sleep researcher, CQUniversity
7/18/202430 minutes
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What does Booktopia's collapse mean for your pre-orders?

It's been a depressing few weeks if you love buying and reading books in Australia with the collapse of Booktopia. What does it mean for customers and authors whose books lie in the lurch now administrators have taken over?And it's one of the biggest nights in Aussie sport, but workers on the domestic violence front line are preparing for an influx as NSW and QLD go head-to-head in the State of Origin decider. Plus, sovereign citizen groups have banded together to make a fake court that has declared itself the superior court of Australia and now they're issuing warrants for arrest. So, what's going on?Guests:Kevin Nguyen, digital forensics reporter, ABC InvestigationsMelanie Saward, Bigambul and Wakka Wakka woman and authorDanielle Binks, literary agent and author
7/17/202430 minutes
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Tradies, bikies and government contracts: What's going on with the CFMEU?

The CFMEU has been under pressure amid allegations underworld figures and bikie gang members have infiltrated major construction projects.And an 'idiot' and 'America's Hitler': that's how Trump's new running mate described him just a few years ago. Now, they're standing side-by-side at the Republican National Convention. So, who is JD Vance? Plus some 18 to 24 year olds think they've 'missed out' on the best parts of being young, but is that true?Guests:Anthony Forsyth, workplace relations expert, RMITBao Huynh, research fellow, Monash University Centre for Youth Policy and Education Practice
7/16/202429 minutes
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Is Donald Trump invincible now?

Culture wars, conspiracy theories and a 'propaganda genius': here's what we know now that the dust has settled on the apparent assassination attempt on Donald Trump.   And are young Aussies going to punish the Labor party over the war in Gaza? Two weeks ago, our youngest senator Fatima Payman crossed the floor against Labor and then quit the party all together. So, we ask (newly independent) Senator Payman: what place do young Aussies have in politics? Guests:Dr Emma Shortis, US politics expert, The Australia InstituteDr Kaz Ross, extremism researcher, University of Tasmania Independent Senator Fatima Payman
7/15/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: generational gatekeeping, rorts or rights + a tv 'death spiral'

From Joe Biden's refusal to step down to boomers' refusal to share the wealth: how big of a problem is generational gatekeeping? And the government wants to ban NDIS participants from accessing supported sex workers. Plus, astrology on the 6pm news and Olympic influencers: is this the beginning of the end for free-to-air TV?Host Dee Salmin is joined by sexologist Lauren French and drag performer Pomara Fifth. 
7/12/202429 minutes
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Are you waiting for your parents to die to inherit money?

It sounds morbid, but for some young people, the only way they think they'll get ahead financially is waiting to inherit from their parents. People born in the 90s and beyond are experiencing slower income growth and rising poverty, according to a new Productivity Commission report. And the curfew in Alice Springs has been lifted, but how does the looming threat of snap lockdowns impact everyone's day-to-day in town? Also this week, a bunch of youth media brands folded, shocking their readers and fans. Plus, Furby modifiers are making bank reselling childhood nostalgia, just with a few unique customisations. Guests:Shanaya McAdam-Bray, chair, Central Australia Aboriginal Youth RoundtableAlexandra Koster, writer, Refinery29Patrick Lenton, writer, author and proud Furby owner
7/11/202430 minutes
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Is the tax system unfair to young people?

It's tax return time but experts reckon there are way more benefits for older, richer Aussies while young people are missing out. So, is the tax system unfair?And a new survey by the Australian Institute of Criminology shows one in five Australians has perpetrated sexual violence.Plus, Kabi Kabi traditional owners in Queensland have been granted native title rights.Guests:Dr Hayley Boxall, research fellow, Australian National UniversityTyrone Bean, Kabi Kabi traditional ownerTom Walker, economist and CEO of Think Forward
7/10/202429 minutes
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Should the NDIS pay for your sex worker?

The government let it slip over the weekend that supported sex work could be scrapped from the NDIS. So what does that mean to the people that actually use those services, and the sex workers that provide them?  And a historic moment in Victoria: for the first time in Australia, Aboriginal nations can formally request to enter into a treaty with the government.Plus will your fave sport be impacted by climate change? Guests:Rachel Wotton, sex worker and academic, Western Sydney UniversityJidah Clark, chair, Victorian Treaty Authority Hannah Mason, public health researcher, James Cook University
7/9/202429 minutes
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Another snap curfew: what's happening in Alice Springs

Alice Springs is entering its second snap curfew, and this time it's for everyone - kids and adults. The Northern Territory police commissioner made the announcement after a spate of violent attacks over the weekend, but people on the ground say we're not getting the whole story. And hung parliament and leaning to the left: here's why the French have taken to the streets with flares and flags after their election. Also, what's behind the post-it note project?Plus, from the brink of homelessness to a spot on the Australian Olympic team: meet Marissa Williamson-Pohlman. Guests:Armani Francois, NT youth advocate Marissa Williamson-Pohlman, Olympic boxer
7/8/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: a dating app code of conduct, quitting vapes and sleep butlers

Dating apps like Tinder, Bumble, Hinge and Grindr have worked alongside the government to develop a dating app code of conduct. The catch is, the code will be entirely voluntary. And as the sun sets on the first week of the government's latest vape crackdown, we reflect on if it will actually work to cut down on recreational vaping. Plus, would you go on a sleep holiday? Host Dee Salmin is joined by journalists Iza Staskowski and Brendan Crew. 
7/5/202428 minutes
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Week one of the vape ban: has anything changed?

Tried to buy a vape this week? Was it easy? It's not meant to be, because under the government's latest crackdown vapes are now meant to only be available at pharmacies with a prescription. So are the new rules failing? We put your questions to Australia's health minister, Mark Butler.And the youngest person in Parliament, WA Senator Fatima Payman, has quit the Labor Party, saying the pressure to conform to the official line on the war in Gaza left her with no choice.Also, the latest info on nitazines, which drug experts reckon is being added to cocaine, ketamine and mdma.Plus, we go out with a group of traditional owners running a night patrol in Alice Springs.Guests:Mark Butler, health ministerShalailah Medhora, triple j Hack political reporterCameron Francis, chief executive, The Loop
7/4/202428 minutes
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What’s behind the 'romantasy' obsession?

Adult fantasy: is it just "fairy porn" or is there something else that is pushing the genre to the top of the best seller lists?And we’ve all slogged through an end-of-bond clean, or chased that dodgy ex-housemate for our half of the bond back. Heaps of people have experienced having their rental bond withheld and one law firm in Victoria reckons many of those claims are baseless.Plus, the bottles are the same shape, same colour, same size… if you squint, they look basically identical. We have to ask, how are makeup dupes legal?Guests:Leo Patterson-Ross, CEO, Tenants Union NSWEmilia Terzon, business reporter, ABCAssociate Professor Lauren Rosewarne, sexuality and pop culture researcher, University of Melbourne
7/3/202429 minutes
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Can strangulation during sex ever be safe?

Kink, violence, or just another part of sex: more than half of young people are taking part in sexual strangulation. So, what's behind the increase? And some dissenting Supreme Court judges have warned that US presidents could become "a king above the law" after a new judgment declared "absolute immunity" from some criminal prosecution.Plus, is the cost of regional placements holding back trainee doctors that want to work outside of the big cities?Guests:Kevin J. McMahon, professor of political science, Trinity College in ConnecticutDr Vidhushan Paheerathan, regional doctorLauren French, sexologist
7/2/202430 minutes
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Why Parliament’s youngest MP says she’s been ‘exiled’ over Gaza

Cut out from group chats, removed from meetings and exiled by her colleagues: that’s what WA Labor Senator Fatima Payman says has been happening to her, a week after she crossed the floor to vote for a Senate motion to recognise a Palestinian state.Plus, would you ditch your current job to move to a tropical island? Trade in the laptop and meetings for a bar gig and fresh coconuts? Some young Aussies are doing it, and they reckon anyone dreaming about it should give it a go too. And a lot of banks and super funds offer ‘ethical’ investment options. But how sure can you be that your money is going to causes you support?  An ABC investigation has found it can be really hard to tell.Featured:Kos Samaras, former Labor campaign strategist and director of the Redbridge GroupPat McGrath, investigative reporterDr Hannah Gould, cultural anthropologist, University of Melbourne
7/1/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: Trump vs Biden (again), rawdogging flights + telephobia

The first presidential debate of 2024 has wrapped up. Trump delivered a typical performance and Biden stumbled over answers. So was the debate any good or was it a bit... old man yells at cloud? And people on TikTok are taking flights the old fashioned way: no headphones, no books and nothing but the plane GPS for entertainment. Plus, do phone calls give you anxiety? You might have telephobia. Host Dave Marchese is joined by influencer Alisha Aitken-Radburn and newsreader Brooklyn Ross. 
6/28/202429 minutes
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Why are our houses so cold?

If you feel like the temperature inside your home is actually colder than outside, you're probably not imagining it. We dig into why Australian houses are so cold and what you can do about it. And we unpack the dangers of using rideshare and taxis in regional areas. Plus, no safe dose: a new synthetic substance called Nitazene has made its way into the Australian drug scene. Now it's being linked to a rise in overdoses. Guests:Joel Dignan, executive director, Better RentingBianca Fileborn, associate professor and criminologist, Melbourne UniCaitlin Dooley, program specialist, DanceWize
6/27/202429 minutes
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Meet the young people praying in a dead language

It’s been a dead language for centuries, but in one suburb in Melbourne hundreds of people in their 20s are meeting to pray in Latin. So what’s the deal with the revival of Latin mass, and why are these young people trying to fight the Vatican?Plus, it’s been another huge news day, with Julian Assange finally home in Australia after pleading guilty to a single criminal count of "conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defence information" in a US court. It's left us with a few questions like: what does his guilty plea mean for press freedom? And will it impact Australia's relationship with the US?And commercial surrogacy is banned in Australia, but volunteering a uterus is fine. We meet someone whose workmate helped her and her partner have a baby.Guests:Emma Shortis, US political expert, The Australia Institute Peter Greste, journalist and executive director, Alliance for Journalists' Freedom Dr Rosemary Hancock, sociologist, University of Notre Dame
6/26/202430 minutes
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Julian Assange is free. What happens next?

The founder of WikiLeaks is a free man after five years of imprisonment in the UK. Julian Assange has made a plea-deal with the US Department of Justice, bringing to a close the long-running legal battle over charges of espionage and the leaking of top-secret documents.And the government has watered down its ban on vapes while restricting their purchase to pharmacies. Plus, Victoria is set to introduce pill testing at festivals and a fixed site in inner Melbourne. Also, WA Labor senator Fatima Payman has crossed the floor over recognition of Palestine. It's the first time a Labor senator has done that while the party is in government since 1986.Guests:Dr Niraj Lal, #FreeJulianAssange advocateVictorian Premier Jacinta AllanDoctor Nicole Higgins, president, Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
6/25/202429 minutes
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Why isn't housing a human right yet?

Housing isn't actually recognised as a human right by the law, but a few politicians like independent senator David Pocock want to change that. And could "foyers" fix the youth homelessness crisis? They're called ‘after crisis accommodation, and advocates say it’s the kind of housing Australia really needs.Also, the requirement for 88 days of regional work for backpackers from the UK is coming to an end. Here's what that means for backpackers and the farms they work on. Plus, are Parisians really protest-pooing in the Seine?Guests:Independent Senator David PocockCharlie Thomas, acting CEO, National Farmers FederationTracey Holmes, sports podcaster and professorial fellow, University of Canberra
6/24/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: satire, (un)civil disobedience + naming rights and wrongs

Robert Irwin is threatening to take Pauline Hanson to court for defamation over using his likeness in a One Nation ad. So does he have his khakis in a twist, or is he right to call out lazy satire?And another viral protest has put Just Stop Oil in the headlines. So is it okay to deface a World Heritage Site, or is it doing more harm than good for their cause? Plus, how do you recover from getting someone's name wrong? Probably don't ask Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Host Dave Marchese is joined by editor of The Daily Aus Emma Gillespie and comedian Anthony Locascio.
6/21/202429 minutes
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Where are all the driverless cars?

Driverless cars are set to be the next big shift in car development. But can they handle Australian roads?And in his first visit to the country in 24 years, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a defence pact with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The deal means both sides would provide assistance in the face of "aggression". So what does that mean, and should we be worried?Plus, a quarter of young people feel anxious or embarrassed about their labia. With labia-shaming on the rise, some of them are even considering surgery.Guests:Professor Matthew Sussex, expert in Russian foreign policy, ANUProfessor Michael Milford, QUT's Centre for RoboticsAssociate Professor Magdalena Simonis, University of Melbourne
6/20/202429 minutes
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Are you ready for a nuclear reactor in your backyard?

After weeks of chatter, the Coalition has started pushing their election sales pitch. The big ticket item? Peter Dutton wants to put seven nuclear power plants across Australia.So where will the plants go? How much will they cost? What will the impact be? We unpack the Opposition's nuclear plan so far as well as the support and the pushback that's already coming from the community. Guest:Steve Fordham, business ownerJohanna Bowyer, lead research analyst for Australian electricity, Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis
6/19/202429 minutes
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This is what it's like growing up in a violent home

Courtney's mum was murdered in a domestic violence homicide. She's one of at least 1,000 kids who've lost parents this way, according to research from Melbourne University.And we’ve just heard about the impacts of growing up in a violent home, but what services are out there to help young people? This school on the New South Wales Central Coast is doing things a bit differently...Plus visa-free travel, two giant pandas and Cheng Lei blocked: the first Australian visit by a Chinese Premier in 7 years has wrapped up today. Guests:Professor Kathryn Joy, domestic violence homicide researcher, University of MelbourneDr Ben Herscovitch, research fellow, ANU
6/18/202429 minutes
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Do rehab programs in prison actually work?

Should prison be more about punishment or rehabilitation? We speak with inmates involved in a wildlife program that's helping the community and potentially setting them up with new careers.Also, ABC Four Corners reporter Avani Dias joins us to talk about her investigation into Indian spying in Australia.And you'll meet the young Australian surfers trying to save their beaches before they disappear.Guests:Avani Dias, reporter, ABC Four CornersDr Julie Toohey, criminology lecturer, University of Adelaide 
6/17/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: maximum wage, banning gen z and forbidden noodles

New data shows CEOs had an average salary increase of 14% in the last 12 months. We have to ask: are those kinds of increases fair?Plus a restaurant in the US has announced a ban on anyone under 35 years old from eating at their restaurant. And speaking of bans: Denmark has taken spicy ramen noodles off the menu, claiming there is a risk of poisoning due to the extreme spice. Host Dave Marchese is joined by actor Jessica Marchi and filmmaker and creator Jack Toohey. 
6/14/202428 minutes
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Why small towns put on big gigs

With some of the biggest music festivals in the country taking a break this year, some Aussie acts are heading out on regional tours to play for as many punters as possible. And the Premier of South Australia wants to ban big lobbyists, big businesses, unions and you from donating to political campaigns. So, how would the plan work? Plus, should we be worried about an egg shortage? Australia's biggest outbreak of bird flu has hit five egg farms in Victoria with over 800,000 birds culled and a chance some businesses could go under. Guests:Kate Griffiths, democracy researcher, Grattan InstituteJesse Higgs, founder, Party in the PaddockMichael "Maje" Kolmajer, bassist, Rum Jungle
6/13/202429 minutes
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The tax that could kill fast fashion

Australians are the world's biggest fashion consumers and it's fuelling a waste crisis. In France, they're talking about a tax to try to fix the problem - so will it work?And about 50 schoolgirls in Victoria have had their faces used to create AI porn that was then shared online. Can governments legislate quick enough to stop crimes like this before they take off? Also, last year former NRL player Jarryd Hayne was found guilty of sexual assault and jailed, but now he's walking free after his convictions were overturned this morning. Plus, a web of lies and a cover up: in the wake of the PwC tax leaks scandal, a report on the government's spending on private consulting firms landed this arvo, and it's pretty scathing about the Big Four. Guests:Jamie McKinnell, court reporter, ABCDr Lisa Lake, director of the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion and Textiles, UTS
6/12/202430 minutes
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Is job hopping a red flag?

Ever thought about quitting your job? What about starting a whole new career? If so, you’re not alone: one study has estimated 700,000 young Aussies have considered switching jobs - and that’s just in the last three months. But is job hopping a bad look?Also on the show: the Australian government's official advice is "do not travel" to Afghanistan, but despite that, some young Australians are. But is that helping prop up the Taliban?And just when you thought the climate wars were over, here we go again: the Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s come out to say if he becomes PM, he'll get rid of Australia’s 2030 emissions target.Guests:Richie Merzian, acting CEO, Smart Energy Council Dr Mujib Abid, Southern Cross UniversityFiona Anson, director, UTS Enterprise Learning Strategy
6/11/202430 minutes
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'Groped twice in one day': The reality of retail work

Whether it's the long hours, low rates of pay or dealing with annoying customers, working in retail can be tough, especially if it's your first job.But there's another side to the industry that rarely gets spoken about too: a culture of sexual harassment.So many of you messaged us on Instagram with your awful experiences from retail jobs, and a new study paints a very similar picture. It's found nearly half of women and a quarter of men have experienced sexual harassment while working retail.Why is it so bad? And what’s being done to fix it?If you or someone you know needs help, you can contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
6/9/20247 minutes
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The Shakeup: X-approved porn, state-sanctioned dating and analogue darts

Porn is now officially allowed on X, even the AI stuff. But it'll be hidden for kids under 18 and anyone who doesn't opt-in. Also, some parents are offering to pay their kids to stay off social media entirely, will it work? And Tokyo’s local government wants to develop a dating app to try to boost the falling birth rate. Plus, manual smoking: why is it back?Host Dave Marchese is joined by content creator Tim Abbott and journalist Ange McCormack. 
6/7/202429 minutes
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Is it fair to pay young people less?

In some industries, for every dollar that a worker over 21 earns, their younger colleagues only get 40 cents. It's something the Australian Council of Trade Unions wants to change, but businesses are already gearing up to fight it. And skipping school, sleep, and work for the sake of gaming? That's the reality for some of the 100,000 Aussies who are "clinically addicted" to video games. And if that's you, psychiatrists have some tips about how to stop.Plus, is karma a relaxing thought? For half of Gen Z, it is.Guests:  Paula McDonald, professor of work and organisation, QUTDr Anna Halafoff, associate professor in sociology, Deakin University
6/6/202429 minutes
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More people are signing 'prenups' even if they're not married

Pick out the rings, choose a venue and sign the prenup. More couples are opting to secure their own money and enter Binding Financial Agreements – the Aussie version of a prenup – with their partners. And now that polls have closed, and after 43 days and with hundreds of millions of people having cast their votes, Narendra Modi has claimed a third term as India's prime minister. Plus WTF are the 'meat olympics'?GuestsMarg Neal, principal lawyer, Marshalls Dent and Wilmoth LawyersMeghna Bali, South Asia correspondent, ABC
6/5/202430 minutes
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Important, exploited or incompetent : the truth about stress bragging

What does complaining about being busy actually reflect about us? Everyone knows that stressing out doesn't really help anyone... but that doesn't stop us from doing it. And would you do 90-days of defence force service for Australian citizenship? It's a new policy being introduced to boost the number of recruits in Australia, but will it work?Plus, the average wait time for people trying to access the Disability Support Pension has blown out to 107 days. Now the government says it's working to bring that wait time down. Guests:Sam Roggeveen, director of international security program, Lowy InstituteProfessor Lyndall Strazdins, expert in work and health, ANU
6/4/202430 minutes
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Are we stuck in sharehouses forever?

Experts say you should only be spending 30% of your income to avoid rental stress. That formula would limit under 24s to a total rent of $176 a week. So is a rental that cheap even possible to find? And we always hear how Australia's gun laws and restrictions are world-leading. But could we be doing more?Plus, what’s your idea of a good time, letting loose and having fun? For one community in Newcastle, it’s dressing up as mermaids.Guests: Dr Sophia Maalsen, senior lecturer in urbanism, University of SydneyDr Tarli Young, psychology research fellow, University of Queensland
6/3/202428 minutes
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The Shakeup: the guilty president, thou shalt not use slurs and hotels from hell

A guilty verdict, 34 felony charges and a former president. On Thursday local time, Donald Trump walked out of the NY courtroom as a convicted criminal, after the verdict in his hush money trial was handed down. And Pope Francis got in trouble (and then apologised) this week for using a homophobic slur in a meeting reaffirming the Vatican’s ban on gay priests.Plus what is your hotel from hell story? Host Dave Marchese is joined by model and presenter Christian Wilkins and journalist and podcaster Marty Smiley.
5/31/202429 minutes
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All eyes on (an AI-generated pic of) Rafah

An AI-generated image has been shared MILLIONS of times as a show of solidarity with Palestinians, so where did it come from, what is it meant to achieve, and why has it swept around the world? And criminals, visas and deportations to New Zealand: this is why everyone in Parliament is talking about ministerial direction 99. Plus, hitchhiking feels like it only happens in movies, so why did the old tradition fade away?  Guests:Kelly Lewis, digital media expert, Monash UniversityLinda Mahood, history professor, University of Guelph
5/30/202431 minutes
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OnlyFans, Supercars + sexists with Renee Gracie

Renee Gracie was the first woman in 17 years to take part in the Bathurst 1000 race, but it wasn’t an easy ride. After navigating blatant sexism in the industry, she left motorsport altogether and began a new career as an OnlyFans creator. Now a massively successful adult content creator, Renee is getting back into racing.Also, do you fall into the ‘missing middle’?  It's the term experts are using to describe people who need mental health support that goes beyond the support of a GP or counsellor, but isn't serious enough to be in hospital.Guests:Dr Peter Baldwin, clinical psychologist, Black Dog InstituteRenee Gracie, race car driver and OnlyFans creator 
5/29/202429 minutes
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Where are Gazans meant to go next?

Witnesses described people burning alive and screaming into the night and now Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has called the airstrike that killed at least 45 Palestinians a "tragic mistake". So, where are Gazans supposed to go when designated safe zones are targeted? And what's going on with uni encampments around the country? Some have packed up, some have moved, and others are waiting it out. Plus, the struggle facing Afghan women and girls as devastating floods hit the country.And we know microplastics are almost everywhere, but did you know researchers have found them in testicles? Guests:John Lyons, global affairs editor, ABCProfessor Robert McLachlan, male infertility researcher, Monash IVF program
5/28/202430 minutes
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Is GHB back in a big way?

In Victorian emergency rooms, GHB is one of the most common substances found when treating drug-affected people, so is juice back? Or did it never go away to begin with?And a landslide in Papua New Guinea has claimed at least 675 lives, according to the UN. The PNG government is expecting that number to rise as rescue efforts continue with two medical facilities and hundreds of homes buried beneath dirt and rock. Also, a new consent campaign was just launched by the government and this time it's not only targeting young people, it's also targeting their parents. Plus will concert tickets get cheaper? The US Justice Department is suing Live Nation claiming it has a "monopoly" on the music industry. Guests:Ellie Grounds, reporter, HackDr Krista Siefried, deputy director, National Centre for Clinical Research on Emerging DrugsProfessor Jeannie Paterson, consumer protection expert, Melbourne Law School
5/27/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: limiting social, cryogenics and cracking down on miracles 

Governments are exploring the concept of banning young people from social media, so could it actually work? And an Australian cryogenics company has frozen its first client in Australia in the hope of bringing him back to life in the future.Plus, the Vatican has announced it's cracking down on miracles.Host Dave Marchese is joined by artist and performer Etcetera Etcetera and editor of The Daily Aus Emma Gillespie.
5/24/202429 minutes
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The 'lady tradies' taking over

With more young women getting into trades, what can the industry do to support them on the job site? And a young woman’s decision to die by euthanasia in the Netherlands sparked a massive worldwide reaction on how euthanasia is used. Plus, a group of new COVID subvariants has arrived in Australia.. and they're being nicknamed FLiRT. So how concerned should we be about it? Guests: Professor Gemma Carey, expert on the NDIS, UNSWStuart Turville, virologist, Kirby InstituteMel Street, tradie and founder of the Lady Tradies and Rocking Chicks group
5/23/202431 minutes
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Why extreme turbulence is getting worse

"Extreme turbulence" on a London-Singapore flight has left one person dead and 71 injured. So, how likely are events like these and are planes going to be experiencing more turbulence in a warming world? And, deadly violence has erupted in New Caledonia after the French Government in Paris approved a constitutional amendment to allow more recent arrivals to the French territory to vote in provincial elections. Now after a week of violent protest, repatriation flights are bringing stranded Australians home. Plus, specialist endometriosis care isn't easy to come by in regional areas, so patients and health care professionals are creating their networks to fill the gaps and navigate a system that has historically minimised women's pain.Guests:Doug Drury, professor of aviation, CQ UniversityDr Florence Boulard, senior lecturer, James Cook University
5/22/202429 minutes
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Did ChatGPT steal Scarlett Johansson’s voice?

Scarlett Johansson reckons her voice has been ripped off for a new AI chatbot from ChatGPT and she's not happy.Plus, the International Criminal Court is seeking arrest warrants against Israeli and Hamas leaders, alleging they've committed war crimes and crimes against humanity. As a member of the court, Australia's involvement has been questioned by the opposition for "tarnishing" our international reputation. And has the internet we know and love died? AI content farms are taking over social media and most of the content we consume, so where have all the real people gone online?   Also, Sam Kerr is officially out of the running for Matildas' Olympic glory while she recovers from her ACL injury. Guests:Dr Juliette McIntyre, international law expert, University of South AustraliaDr Jake Renzella, lecturer in computer science, UNSWSamantha Lewis, reporter, ABC Sport
5/21/202428 minutes
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Do you guys ever think about dying?

Fear of death keeps a lot of us up at night: in fact, some experts say death anxiety peaks in your early 20s. We speak to people working with the dead and find out why you should stop freaking out and instead embrace the inevitable. And 'kidfluencers' might seem innocent, but who else is engaging with their content? On certain websites, images of young kids are marketed as exclusive content to adult subscribers, and according to a Four Corners investigation sometimes it's the kids' parents who're running the accounts. Plus, Iran's President and Foreign Minister have been killed in a helicopter crash in mountainous terrain and icy weather, according to Iranian officials. Guests:Dr Rachel Menzies, clinical psychologist and research fellow, University of SydneyJessica Longbottom, reporter, ABC
5/20/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: a 'mid' budget, when art goes wrong and mispronunciation

Okay, we promise this is the last time we’ll talk about the budget (jk, we can’t promise that).And King Charles' blood red portrait, the painting Gina Rinehart reportedly doesn’t want you to see and a digital installation closed after a week: what do you do when art goes wrong?Plus, a uni in America has apologised after the announcer at a graduation ceremony mispronounced students' names as they collected their diplomas.Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Billy D’Arcy and journalist and video producer Issy Phillips.
5/17/202429 minutes
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There are more assassination attempts than you realise

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico had his hand outstretched, ready to greet the public, when five shots were fired by a man in the crowd trying to assassinate him. And pro-Palestinian encampments continue at universities across the country. Some students say they have been issued move-on orders by police, and others say they've been threatened with expulsion and arrest. Also, the federal court has ruled that Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek doesn't have to consider the environmental impact of emissions when approving new coal and gas projects. Plus, barbering, bush medicine and skateboarding: meet the students taking part in a different kind of schooling outside of Alice Springs. Guests:Neil Fergus, international security expert Jo Lauder, climate reporter, ABC 
5/16/202430 minutes
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The budget + you: the PM answers your questions

More rent assistance, $300 off your power bill and a change to HECS indexation: the Albanese government has delivered its third budget.The government is promising it's going to address the cost-of-living crisis and the deepening generational divide.So will it?We put your questions to the Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese. Guests:Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of AustraliaElizabeth Baldwin, economist, Grattan Institute 
5/15/202430 minutes
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Is tax killing your side hustle?

With more and more Australians taking up a second job, does the tax system need to change to help people out?Plus, former military lawyer David McBride has been sentenced to more than five years in jail for sharing secret documents. We unpack what that means for whistleblowing in Australia.And, why is it that a single word or emoji can turn you off a potential date? One app is helping you filter out your icks. Guests:Dr Rebecca Ananian-Welsh, associate professor, UQ Law SchoolEd Cavanough, CEO, McKell InstituteDr Lauren Gwane, senior lecturer in language and linguistics, Latrobe University
5/14/202429 minutes
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Will an international student cap fix the rental crisis?

The government wants to slash Australia's international student intake. Will it actually make a difference to housing availability? And more conversations are happening about domestic, sexual and family violence now than maybe ever before. But there’s a whole bunch of people out there who feel like these conversations don't really include them... the queer community. Plus, can young people keep the traditional events in their regional towns alive? Guests:Ben Bjarnesen, police officer and founder, LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation Phil Honeywood, CEO, International Education Association of Australia
5/13/202430 minutes
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The Shakeup: baby-doomers, the 'real' Martha and radical honesty

Treasurer Jim Chalmers wants everyone to have more babies but do young people even want that? And the 'real' Martha from Baby Reindeer has sat down for an interview on British TV, claiming the show's creator Richard Gadd made it all up. Plus, is lying to protect someone's feelings actually a bad idea? You could try radical honesty. Host Dave Marchese is joined by author and journalist Elfy Scott and Sydney Morning Herald crime reporter Perry Duffin. 
5/10/202429 minutes
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What comes next in the Kendrick and Drake beef

One of regional Australia’s biggest events is on right now, and you might never have heard of it. Beef week brings together graziers, butchers, chefs, as well as climate scientists and animal welfare experts.And a different kind of beef is dominating pop culture news. Kendrick Lamar and Drake have dropped six new diss tracks aimed in an ongoing feud with each other.Plus, some climate scientists reckon it’s not looking good for the 1.5 degree global warming target, and many are feeling hopeless. Guests:A.D. Carson, professor of hip-hop, University of VirginiaCallan Daley, agriculture advocateAndrew King, climate scientist, University of Melbourne
5/9/202428 minutes
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The council banning kids' books about gay dads

A Western Sydney council has made the controversial decision to ban a kids’ book on same-sex parenting from its public libraries.And there's a lot of chat about recognising burnout, but what do you need to do to recover from it?Guests: Will Kostakis, authorMary Lou Rasmussen, gender sexuality and education researcher, ANUDr Rebekah Doley, clinical psychologist 
5/8/202430 minutes
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Why all eyes are on Rafah again

Israel's military has taken control of the Palestinian side of the Rafah crossing. We speak to an aid worker who's recently been in Gaza about what it's like on the ground. And, they work to rehabilitate “extremist ideology” but are deradicalisation programs working in Australia? Plus, how far would you go for a tattoo? Punters are heading to the regions to get their half-finished tattoos sorted for cheap.Guests: Sacha Myers, aid worker, Save the ChildrenTodd Morley, online radicalisation researcher, Perth Extremism Research Network
5/7/202429 minutes
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Your HECS and paid placement questions answered

What does "wiping" $3 billion in HECS debt actually mean? And why are paid placements limited to certain degrees? Will the date of indexation be changing? We ask Education Minister Jason Clare your questions about the big changes coming for students. And the bodies of two brothers missing in Mexico have now been identified. Callum and Jake Robinson were on a surfing trip with their American friend Jack Carter Rhoad when they were all killed in what police believe was a car tyre heist. Guests:Jason Clare, Federal Minister Education MinisterDr Anthea McCarthy-Jones, senior lecturer and expert in Latin American illicit businesses, UNSW Canberra
5/6/202431 minutes
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The Shakeup: silent alarms, going cashless and reeling in the big one 

This week Apple has admitted to a bug that means users don't actually hear their alarms. And, another Australian bank is going cashless this month. Are we one step closer to a world without cash? Plus, 19-year-old Keegan Payne from Katherine caught the Northern Territory's million dollar barramundi on a late night fish with mates. Host Dave Marchese is joined by content creator Simran Pasricha and podcaster Josh Garlepp. 
5/3/202429 minutes
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Meet the students camping out at unis across the world

Uni students have camped out at campuses across the world to protest Israel's invasion of Gaza. They're calling for a ceasefire, and for their unis to cut ties with Israel. So what is it like for student protesters here and at Columbia University in New York?And what is quantum computing? The federal and Queensland governments have committed almost a billion dollars to what's being called "Australia's moon landing". Guests:Meghnad Bose, student journalist, Columbia UniversityProfessor Michael Biercuk, quantum physicist, University of Sydney
5/2/202430 minutes
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Why Bonza was doomed to fail

Regional airline Bonza has joined the great budget airline graveyard in the sky. Did it have any chance of survival?And after a snap national cabinet meeting the government has announced almost a billion dollars in funding over five years for a new program to tackle intimate partner violence. But does it address what advocates and survivors have been calling for?Plus, a judge in the US has fined Donald Trump for breaching gag orders in his hush money trial, and warned he could send him to jail if he continues to breach orders.Guests:Dr Michael Salter, criminologist, UNSWDr Ian Douglas, senior lecturer in aviation, UNSWEmma Shortis, US politics expert, Australia Institute
5/1/202429 minutes
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Could Ozempic end 'globesity'?

Ozempic has changed the way we treat diabetes. But it's its ability to aid rapid weight loss that has captured the world's attention. How will Ozempic change the way we live and interact with the world? Will obesity become a thing of the past? And is this kind of huge change even possible when shortages impact its supply? Hack unpacks Ozempic with best-selling author Johann Hari, obesity expert Dr Kathryn Williams... and a couple of bodybuilders too.Guests:Johann Hari, authorDr Kathryn Williams, obesity expert, University of Sydney
4/30/202430 minutes
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Can Australia stop men’s violence against women?

Over the weekend, thousands of people marched through the streets to rally against gender-based violence and the deaths of 27 women this year. But, a comment by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at Canberra's event has drawn criticism from organisers and attendees. And, in an Australian first a state leader has sat before an Indigenous-led truth-telling inquiry. Plus, two guys walk into a bar in the outback. The punchline? They actually ended up buying it. Guests: Anastasia Powell, criminologist, RMITHunter Johnson, CEO, Man CaveRueben Berg, co-chair, First People's Assembly of Victoria
4/29/202428 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Shakeup: women have had enough, jobs with mates and blue bubble privilege

The staggering number of women being killed by men, including current and ex-partners, has been in the spotlight this week.And two Melbourne best friends have pitched a radical plan: to job-share being a federal MP. Plus, a US senator has claimed that green texts on iPhones are ruining relationships. Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalists Sarah Ison and Daanyal Saeed. 
4/26/202428 minutes, 53 seconds
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What the fight against Elon Musk means for global censorship

The fight between Elon Musk, the eSafety Commissioner and the Australian government is continuing over whether footage of the Sydney church stabbing should be completely removed from X.eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-Grant says geoblocking the video doesn't go far enough. Elon Musk says it's "global censorship".So what could this battle for global content take-downs mean for the entire  internet?Dave Marchese speaks with Dan Svantesson, a professor specialising in internet law at Bond University.
4/24/20247 minutes
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25 women’s lives: the number that’s shocked Australia

25: that’s the shocking number of women who’ve died violently in Australia already this year, according to a tracking project by Counting Dead Women. And the official HECS/HELP debt indexation figure has been released today after the latest inflation data, and anyone with a debt will have a 4.7% increase on June 1. Plus, the battle between Elon Musk, X and the eSafety Commissioner is still going on, with a war of words now coming from all sides of politics. Also, around 1,000 activists are setting sail on the unauthorised Freedom Flotilla to take aid to Gaza and Suyra McEwan is one of three Aussies joining the trip.Guests:Georgia Roberts, reporter, ABCMichelle Rowland, Federal Communications MinisterSuyra McEwen, volunteer, Freedom Flotilla
4/24/202430 minutes, 10 seconds
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But can I bring a baby?

Are you pro or anti baby? It's not about whether you want kids: it's about whether you think it's okay for a mum to bring along a baby to a comedy performance. After a mum was asked to remove her baby from Arj Barker's standup set, the debate's fired up.And new analysis looking at 45,000 rentals compared the asking prices with things like minimum wage and income support, and found none are affordable for someone on Youth Allowance.Plus, Avani Dias (former Hack host and ABC's South Asia correspondent) had her visa cancelled after the Indian government blocked her reporting in the country.Guests: Anthony Locascio, comedianAmy Hetherington, comedianAvani Dias, journalist, ABC 
4/23/202430 minutes, 27 seconds
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Elon Musk is taking on the Australian government (again)

Elon Musk's X has refused to take down videos of the Sydney church stabbing after formal requests from the eSafety Commissioner. X reckons the request is a threat to free speech and a “free and open internet”.And, would you quit your job to work in the mines? More young women are looking at the mining industry to help ease cost of living pressures.Plus, they were once banned from being taught, but now there are more people taking up Indigenous Australian language classes.Guests: Stan Karanasios, associate professor, UQ Business SchoolJohn Rolfe, professor and resource economist, CQ University
4/22/202430 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Shakeup: avoiding the news, birth order dating and Caitlin Clark

It's the Friday Shakeup and it's been a big news week. After a massacre in a Sydney shopping centre and an alleged terrorist act in a church two days later, a lot of people are feeling news fatigue. How do you cope?And Caitlin Clark just signed the biggest rookie contract in the WNBA. The problem is it's about $85 million short of her male counterparts in the NBA. Plus, should the order you and your siblings were born in determine who you date? Host Dave Marchese is joined by podcasters Marty Smiley and Sarah-Jane Adams.
4/19/202429 minutes, 1 second
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Nathan Murphy quit footy to save his life

Last year, Nathan Murphy won an AFL premiership with Collingwood. This year, he's medically retiring at only 24 years old. He's suffered 10 head knocks over his career and is stepping back on the advice of doctors due to ongoing concussion issues.And non-binary trainee doctors are experiencing harassment twice as much as their male and female colleagues. Could this lead to worse outcomes for both doctors and patients?Plus, HECS debts are predicted to rise by up to 4.8% and MP Monique Ryan has had enough. GuestsMonique Ryan, Independent MP for KooyongNathan Murphy, retiring AFL player
4/18/202429 minutes, 52 seconds
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Are Zyns the new vapes?

Zyn is the brand name for a synthetic nicotine pouch that goes under your lip. "Zynfluencers" are pushing them online claiming they'll give you more energy and better focus, but is this just another push from big tobacco?And a lot of young people rely on community legal centres to help them when they get arrested, but those centres are at breaking point, and experts say it’s keeping young people behind bars.Plus, homeless uni students in Tasmania are sleeping in their cars because there just isn't enough affordable housing for them. Guests:Karly Warner, CEO, NSW/ACT Aboriginal Legal ServiceBecky Freeman, associate professor of public health, University of Sydney
4/17/202430 minutes, 17 seconds
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Who are the AI pimps pushing porn?

An Australian man has been unmasked as an influential player in a new AI industry that harvests the content of real women to create fake influencers who push porn. And a stabbing during a church service on Monday night in Sydney's south-west has been labelled as a "terrorist attack". Plus, Woolies CEO Brad Banducci got told off for spouting "bullshit" in today's Senate inquiry into supermarket pricing. Guests:Dr John Coyne, defence strategy expert, Australian Strategic Policy InstituteNicola Henry, professor, RMIT
4/16/202429 minutes, 24 seconds
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Why Bruce Lehrmann lost

Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case is now over, with a judge on the Federal Court finding that, on the balance of probabilities, Lehrmann did rape Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019. It means Lehrmann has failed against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson, after a trial that dragged on for months.And over the weekend, Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel, with the strikes marking the first time Iran has targeted Israel directly from its own soil. So what does this mean for conflict in the Middle East? Plus, Australia is still reeling after six people were killed at a shopping centre in Bondi Junction in Sydney on Saturday in a stabbing attack. Today, the attacker's parents spoke out, as new details about the victims were released.Guests:Jamie McKinnell, court reporter, ABCJaved Ali, associate professor, University of MichiganMelissa Mackay, reporter, ABC
4/15/202430 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Shakeup: squatting, a lounge of ill-repute and nicknaming rights

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking about squatting. Jordan van den Berg (aka @purplepingers) has put landlords on edge while promoting a list of vacant homes around Australia. And a Tasmanian court has found Mona's Ladies Lounge is discriminatory. How did the artist respond? Whatevs.Plus, Adelaide has asked everyone to stop calling it Radelaide and that's just not how nicknames work. Host Dave Marchese is joined by housing advocate Jake Toohey and writer/director Eliza Reilly.
4/12/202429 minutes, 24 seconds
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UTI? There’s a spray for that

A new approach to preventing UTIs is showing promising results. For chronic suffers, this oral spray could be the alternative to antibiotic over-prescription.And Cleveland Dodd was 16 years old when he was found unresponsive in his cell in Perth’s Casuarina Prison. This week, an inquest into his death has detailed the bleak conditions faced by teens like Cleveland inside the maximum-security youth unit. We unpack the revelations so far.Plus, the Vatican has released a 20-page document all about human dignity but it’s the comments that call gender fluidity an “affront to human dignity” that have some people pretty angry. So where does this leave LGBTQIA+ Catholics?Guests:Cason Ho, reporter, ABCMatthew Boon Meng Ng, member, AcceptanceDr Malcolm Starkey, immunologist, Monash University
4/11/202429 minutes, 38 seconds
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Does Tesla have an Elon Musk problem?

Tesla's worldwide sales were down last quarter for the first time in years, and it's got a lot of people questioning why, and whether its owner Elon Musk has anything to do with it.Plus, the official recognition of a Palestinian state – no Australian government has ever done it. But Penny Wong's just announced she's thinking about it.Also, have you ever wished you could dip into your superannuation for money to buy a house? Some new research has found that the idea might not be as good as it sounds for anyone under about 40.Guests:Dr Andrew Thomas, lecturer in International Relations and Middle East Studies, Deakin UniversityNick Bonyhady, technology writer, Australian Financial Review
4/10/202429 minutes, 49 seconds
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It's time to check your balls

Two things: it's Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and you need to know how to check your balls. We're talking to medical oncologist Dr Ben Tran and cancer survivor Tom Haddon about how to spot the most common cancer impacting young men. And the youth curfew in Alice Springs was extended today. It’s been put in place to try and curb crime and unrest in the CBD but is it working and how is it affecting the community?Guests:Blair McFarlane, Northern Territory Australian of the Year 2024Dr Ben Tran, medical oncologistTom Haddon, cancer survivor
4/9/202430 minutes, 15 seconds
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Why sextortion is skyrocketing

It's the stuff of nightmares: you send someone you think you can trust a private picture, and then they threaten to release it unless you pay.Sextortion cases are skyrocketing – in NSW they've risen 400% in just 18 months – and authorities say scammers are targeting teens.Also, it's been six months since Israel declared war on Hamas and invaded Gaza. Is the conflict going to stop anytime soon?Plus, we're meant to be saying see ya to 3G this year, but it could mean up to a million people won't be able to call triple zero.Guests:Perry Duffin, crime reporter, Sydney Morning HeraldProfessor Ben Saul, United Nations Special Rapporteur 
4/8/202429 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Shakeup: docking pollies pay, too close with fam and Mercury is cooked

Yep, it's that time again: Mercury is in retrograde, and everyone is talking about it. Get ready for chaos and upheaval! But do you buy in to any of it?Also, should federal politicians have their pay docked for breaching workplace rules? This is being considered as MPs work to establish a standards body within Parliament. Would it make politics better?Plus, FaceTiming during medical appointments and wing-womanning each other: is there such a thing, as an adult, as being too close with your parents?Host Dave Marchese is joined by Collingwood captain Darcy Moore and journalist Ange McCormack.
4/5/202429 minutes, 26 seconds
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Sex workers & cocaine: What came out in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation trial today

Today was meant to be when we found out the outcome of Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation case against Network 10 and Lisa Wilkinson. Instead, a new witness – former Seven Network producer Taylor Auerbach – was called to give evidence about what Seven's Spotlight program did to nab an exclusive interview with Mr Lehrmann.Also, women's health specialists say gender bias is baked into Medicare rebates and women get less money back on procedures than men do.Plus, the low prices on shopping app Temu have some people suss on where their products come from and what's happening with users' data.Guests:Jamie McKinnell, ABC court reporterProfessor Nitika Garg, consumer behaviour researcher, UNSW
4/4/202429 minutes, 41 seconds
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Meet the aid workers risking death to help in Gaza

There’s outrage everywhere about an Israeli air strike in Gaza that killed seven aid workers, including Aussie Zomi Frankcom. Israel says it was a mistake; the UN reckons 196 aid workers have been killed in the war so far. We speak with Oxfam about life in Gaza, nearly six months since the invasion started.Also, businesswoman and former lawyer Samantha Mostyn will be Australia’s next governor-general. So who is she and why should we care about what she does in the role?Plus, is it time for the youth allowance independence age to be lowered so more young people from the country can study?Guests:Bushra Khalidi, policy and advocacy lead in the West Bank, OxfamShalailah Medhora, political reporter, HackIsabella Coombs, Regional, Rural, Remote Students Association, ANU
4/3/202430 minutes, 22 seconds
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How to know if you're too close to your parents

Members of Gen Z are apparently super close to their parents. So is there such a thing as too close?
4/2/202430 minutes, 13 seconds
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Are curfews the answer to youth crime in Australia?

For years, youth crime has been impacting communities across Australia. This week things escalated in Alice Springs, and the NT government’s put a curfew in place there so under 18s aren’t allowed out at night. So will it bring crime rates down?Also, the cancellation of Splendour in the Grass has everyone wondering: is this the end of music festivals in Australia? We ask a major player in the game.Plus, a think tank has crunched the numbers on unpaid placement hours social work students do and thinks it has a solution for how to pay them.Guests:Dr Terry Goldsworthy, associate professor in criminology, Bond UniversityFil Palermo, co-founder and director, Untitled Group
3/28/202430 minutes, 10 seconds
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Splendour is cancelled. Are music festivals dead?

Tickets only went on sale last week, but now Splendour in the Grass has been cancelled for 2024.It's just the latest in a long list of local music festivals that have been canned over the last 12 months. So can the Australian festival industry survive much longer or is this the end?Also, a politician's made wild allegations in parliament that the Melbourne Demons AFL team is secretly drug testing its players and then encouraging those who test positive to cocaine to fake injuries so they don't end up on the field on game day.Guests:Kita Alexander, singer/songwriterPaddy Macrae & Zane Harris, The Dreggs, folk pop duoMitch Wilson, managing director, Australian Festival AssociationDr Sam Whiting, live music industry expert, University of South Australia
3/27/202429 minutes, 17 seconds
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This is what nangs really do to your brain

For the first time since the current Israel-Gaza conflict began in October, the UN Security Council has called for a ceasefire in Gaza.And the government's watered down some fuel efficiency standards in its proposed climate laws for cars. Will it make it easier for young people to buy an EV?Plus, the WA government has announced what it reckons are the "toughest" rules on selling nitrous oxide canisters - or nangs - in Australia. So will it actually stop people ripping nangs?Guests:Professor Douglas Guilfoyle, University of New South WalesDr Gail Broadbent, University of Technology SydneyAssociate Professor David Mountain, University of Western Australia 
3/26/202430 minutes, 43 seconds
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Why would ISIS-K attack a Russian concert?

Who is ISIS-K and why did they claim responsibility for an attack on Russia that killed over 130 people?And Tasmania's election has left the state with a hung parliament. Plus, abandoned tents, rubbish, and single use plastics: what is the solution for festival waste?Guests:Berish Bilander, CEO, Green Music AustraliaGreg Barton, professor and chair in global Islamic politics, Deakin University
3/25/202429 minutes
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The Shakeup: Trump v KRudd, why Finland is happy and $0 days

'A little bit nasty' and 'not the brightest bulb': that's how Donald Trump described former PM and current Australian ambassador to the US Kevin Rudd this week. So could KRudd be out of a job, if Trump wins in November?Plus, the latest happiness report has dropped, and it's found young people are less happy in Australia and the US.Also, a 21-year-old from Queensland is imposing hectic spending rules on herself so she can afford a house, while some mates in WA are attempting to spend $0 in the whole month of March. Can it be done?Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Billy D'Arcy and journalist Emma Gillespie. 
3/22/202428 minutes, 58 seconds
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Is Australia's future nuclear?

The debate about nuclear power has been raging for decades and it's back again.The Coalition reckons it's a no brainer. The government says they're dreaming. So what do the experts say and what do you think?
3/21/202429 minutes, 40 seconds
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Why Parliament's talking about protecting religious beliefs (again)

The religious discrimination laws are back on the agenda in Parliament House, with the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese now saying the Opposition needs to promise to support it. Also, the Labor government had promised to put together a youth strategy at the last election and now Youth Minister Anne Aly says there’s a plan.Plus, could you go without spending any money for a whole month? A group of friends in WA are trying to do this in a challenge they are calling Penniless March.Guests:Bridget Archer, Tasmanian Liberal MPJane Monica-Jones, financial therapist
3/20/202430 minutes, 12 seconds
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45.3 degrees inside: the renters who tracked temps over summer

Passing out, calling 000 and sleeping in the backyard: a temperature-tracking study has found heaps of renters spent the summer in conditions the WHO reckons are not only uncomfortable, but also potentially dangerous.Also, the name for Tassie’s AFL and AFL W teams have been announced: the Tasmania Devils. But there’s still a problem: they don't have a home ground.Plus, with a huge global shortage of ADHD medication, Vyvanse, Aussies are struggling to find alternatives. So is there any solution? Guests:Emma Baker, professor of housing research, University of Adelaide 
3/19/202429 minutes, 32 seconds
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What's China up to in Antarctica?

China recently opened its fifth research station in Antarctica, and some experts are saying Australia should be worried about the expanding presence on our doorstep.Plus, millions of police searches have been carried out in NSW, but most of them found nothing. Now, questions are being raised about how lawful the searches are.Also, a new campaign has been launched to keep employers accountable for addressing sexual harassment in workplaces.Guests:Paul Farrell, investigative journalist, ABCPatty Kinnersly, CEO, Our WatchDr Adrian McCallum, senior lecturer in geotechnical engineering, University of Sunshine Coast
3/18/202429 minutes, 34 seconds
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The Shakeup: Titanic II, posting and boasting and locked up steaks

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has called for new federal powers to punish those who "post and boast" about their crimes online.Billionaire Clive Palmer has relaunched his 2013 plan to construct a replica of the Titanic that will be "far, far superior than the original".  Plus, Coles has started putting security tags on steaks in a bid to stop grocery theft. Host Dave Marchese is joined by artist and performer Etcetera Etcetera and comedian and podcaster Lauren Bonner.
3/15/202429 minutes, 28 seconds
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The US tells TikTok sell or see ya

The US House of Representatives has passed a bill that could mean the end of TikTok in the US.Some Palestinians who've been able to flee Gaza have found themselves stranded with no legal status after their temporary Australian visas were cancelled during their journey. And while the Ballarat community mourns the death of a local dad after a mine collapse yesterday, a massive investigation is underway into how it happened.Plus, an update on the Fred again.. scalping investigation with more online communities getting in on the scheme. Guest:Aynne Kokas, professor of media studies, University of VirginiaChantelle Al-Khouri, political reporter, ABCEllie Grounds, reporter, triple j Hack
3/14/202430 minutes, 33 seconds
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Meth up, booze down: what's in our wastewater

The latest wastewater data is out and it’s found the use of illicit drugs like meth, cocaine and MDMA is on the rise. And Andrew Tate and his brother were arrested in Romania earlier this week and are now facing extradition to the UK over new offences. Plus, in a couple of months, the largest elections in history will take place in India. We unpack the secret life of current prime minister Narendra Modi. Guests: Benedict Collins, journalist and author of Mad on MethAvani Dias, Southeast Asia correspondent, ABC
3/13/202428 minutes
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Miss out on Fred tickets? It might have been the bots.  

A Hack investigation has uncovered a co-ordinated effort to scalp Fred again.. tickets. One analyst reckons 20% of ticket purchases being made were done by bots and sold on for huge markups, and experts say big businesses can't keep up. And a kill notice, some dodgy photoshop and an Instagram apology: what is going on with the royal response to those Princess Kate rumours? Plus, a food bank in regional Victoria is trialling a new kind of food shop: a free supermarket for uni students. Guests: Dr Shaanan Cohney, cybersecurity expert, University of Melbourne Sean-Paul Stephens, CEO, Ngarluma Yindjibarndi Foundation
3/12/202430 minutes, 18 seconds
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Finally, we’ve got proof of shrinkflation

3/11/202429 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Shakeup: 'reverse racism', sport haters and pets on planes

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has fronted court in London, charged with racially aggravated harassment of a police officer. The Sun newspaper is reporting Kerr called a police officer a "stupid white bastard", but Kerr denies that and will plead not guilty. Some are claiming "reverse racism", but is there more to the story? And it turns out 1 in 5 Aussie adults is a fully fledged sport hater. Plus, Virgin Australia has announced plans to allow pets on domestic flights. What could go wrong?Host Dave Marchese is joined by reporter Daany Saeed and sports journalist and reporter Lavendar Baj. 
3/8/202429 minutes, 11 seconds
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Are single-sex schools on the way out?

A bunch of historical single-sex schools are going co-ed, and people have lots of feelings about it. So, should single-sex schools disappear for good, or do they have a place?  And Samantha Murphy left her home for a morning run 32 days ago. Today, a 22-year-old has been charged with her alleged murder.  Also, the latest data from the Closing The Gap report has revealed only 5 of 19 targets are being met.  Plus, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, Meta, has announced it won't renew its digital news deal with the Australian government. So, what will that mean for how we get our news online?Guest:Laura Mayers, Ballarat reporter, ABC Dr Claire Charles, senior lecturer, Deakin University
3/7/202430 minutes, 5 seconds
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The Greens want the government to build your future home

The Greens want the federal government to enter the property development game, calling on it to develop 360,000 homes for Aussies to buy or rent. So could the plan work?Plus, a couple of German tourists followed glitchy Google Maps directions in Far North Queensland. After a 60km trek through croc-infested bushland, they've got a warning for others. And one of Australia's OG YouTubers has left the platform. Georgia McCudden has hundreds of millions of views and a huge online community, but she reckons YouTube isn't supporting the average creator anymore.Guests:Hal Pawson, associate director, UNSW's City Futures Research CentreGeorgia McCudden, content creator
3/6/202430 minutes, 9 seconds
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What we know about Sam Kerr's criminal charge

Matildas captain Sam Kerr is known worldwide for her sporting achievements, but now her alleged actions off the field are making headlines. Kerr has been charged with (and pleaded not guilty to) alleged racially aggravated harassment of a police officer in London early last year.  Plus, the US Supreme Court has overturned a decision to exclude Trump from the upcoming presidential election. So what does this mean ahead of Super Tuesday? And 1 in 5 Australians is a so-called "sport hater". We get into what's driving the dislike. GuestsEmma Shortis, US politics expert, The Australia InstituteTracey Holmes, professorial fellow in sport, Canberra UniversityHunter Fujak, sports management lecturer, Deakin University
3/5/202430 minutes, 46 seconds
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The sneaky charges costing us a billion dollars every year

Aussies are losing close to a billion dollars through regular card surcharges. In the UK and European Union, these charges are banned. Plus, as the deadline for a Ramadan ceasefire deal creeps closer we unpack the latest on Israel-Hamas negotiations, aid drops, and the terrible conditions Palestinians in Gaza are living under. And it’s the source we all rely on, but how reliable is it? Researchers reckon a huge chunk of Wikipedia mods are leaving the platform and the walkout is warping the site’s content.Guests:Marika Sosnowski, research fellow, Melbourne Law SchoolBrad Kelly, managing director, Payment Services
3/4/202429 minutes, 4 seconds
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The Shakeup: cops at Mardi Gras, a missing princess and a sad Oompa Loompa

Should cops be marching at pride? The debate continues as Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras rolls on. Plus, where is Kate Middleton?  Is she growing out bangs or getting a BBL? Or, is she just recovering from a reported medical procedure? And Glasgow's Willy Wonka Experience has captured the internet's attention. Was it worth its weight in chocolate? Host Dave Marchese is joined by content creator Simran Pasricha and newsreader Brooklyn Ross. 
3/1/202429 minutes
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Your designer dupes may be funding terrorism

While you might think buying a rip-off designer bag seems like a good deal and isn't harming anybody, experts say fake fashion is actually tied to organised crime.Plus, a new Aussie drinking and drug survey has been released today and found young women are drinking at riskier levels and using more illicit drugs than ever before. Also, the head of Australia’s spy agency has revealed a former Aussie politician was recruited by an international spy ring.And a coronial inquest into the death of 19-year-old Warlpiri man Kumanjayi Walker is starting to wrap up in the Northern Territory, and the former NT police officer who fatally shot him, Zachary Rolfe has been giving evidence this week.GuestsMelissa Mackay, Northern Territory court reporter, ABCDr Amy Pennay, senior research fellow, the Centre for Alcohol Policy Research at La Trobe University
2/29/202429 minutes, 35 seconds
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The Aussie metal scene has a Nazi problem

Hitler salutes, white supremacy slogans and symbols of hate. An investigation by Hack has uncovered so-called “Nazi bands” within Australia’s metal scene.Plus, Australian universities are falling short on key measures to tackle sexual violence, according to a new report. And one of Australia's most popular sports, cricket, has struggled with representation of First Nations players at the elite level. Why has this sport fallen behind when other codes seem to have gotten better? Guests:Josh Roose, associate professor, Deakin University Daanyal Saeed, reporter, Crikey
2/28/202429 minutes, 47 seconds
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The history and reality of #nocopsatpride

Late on Monday night, NSW Police were uninvited from marching in this year’s Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parade. So, we're getting into the history of Mardi Gras and how what started as a party with an air of optimism ended with ‘hatred and blatant homophobia’, and violence by police. One question remains: should cops be allowed to march at pride?Plus, for the first time ever, the gender pay gap at some of Australia's biggest employers has been revealed with some companies seeing a 50% difference between what is paid to men and women. Guests: Jacqui Munro, NSW Liberal Party MPJames Breko, performer and former member of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras boardValeria Ignatieva, co-founder, Work180
2/27/202430 minutes, 5 seconds
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Expensive and elitist: can we fix unis?

The government has unveiled the Universities Accord – it's a 400 page document full of recommendations to make university cheaper, safer, and more accessible overall. We're breaking down what the Uni Accord means for average students and how it could impact placements, HECS debts, youth allowance and more. But is it a good thing for all? We ask Education Minister Jason Clare and the national student union. Plus, every day new details are being released about the alleged murder of Luke Davies and Jesse Baird. There's a lot we don't know and the story keeps growing. Guests:Jason Clare, Federal Minister for EducationGrace Franco, education officer, National Union of Students
2/26/202429 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Shakeup: breath testing pollies, retracting records and the cult of run clubs

So many Aussie workers get drug and alcohol tested at their jobs, so why don't our politicians? Plus, the world's oldest dog has (controversially) had its world record stripped. Justice for Bobi? We discuss. And run clubs have infiltrated our feeds and our footpaths. Host Dave Marchese is joined by sports podcasters Marlee Silva and Josh Garlepp. 
2/23/202429 minutes, 16 seconds
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The Ukrainians left in limbo two years on

This weekend marks the two-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. When Ukrainians were forced to flee their country, some came to Australia on temporary protection visas which are now due to expire in the next year.  Plus, Senator David Pocock has proposed an amendment to the Climate Change Act to include a duty of care for young people. We chat to Anjali Sharma who's been fighting for this recognition for years.  And it feels like Taylor Swift is the biggest thing to ever land in Australia.  But while she may be the latest cultural giant to capture the attention of the Australian public, she's far from the first.Guests:Jon Richardson, researcher from Australian National University and former diplomat Anjali Sharma, climate activist 
2/22/202427 minutes, 47 seconds
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Banning yourself from betting for life

Over 18,000 people have signed up for the government’s BetStop register to block them from online gambling and the majority of them are young people. Plus, asbestos has been found in contaminated mulch all over Sydney and now it’s spreading to other areas of the country. So, what are the health implications from a bit of asbestos getting in the way of your park run?And it’s O-Week season at a bunch of unis across the country. We ask how school-leavers are feeling about making their first moves into the “adult” world.Guests: Peter Franklin, director of occupational respiratory epidemiology, University of Western AustraliaLouise Francis, gambling researcher, Curtin University
2/21/202429 minutes, 31 seconds
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Why politics is all about 'stopping the boats' again

Last week, 39 asylum seekers were found wandering the streets of Beagle Bay, a remote town in northern WA. Now the men have been sent to Nauru for offshore processing and it’s reignited political debate about boat turnbacks and Australia’s treatment of people seeking asylum.Plus, how are up and coming musicians meant to crack the regional market? For some bands, touring regional Australia's gotten too expensive, but for others it's been an essential part of their rise to the top.And new Aussie research has uncovered a supermassive black hole that eats one sun every day to become the brightest object in the universe.Guests:Dr Daniel Ghezelbash, Kaldor Centre for International Refugee Law, University of New South WalesSimone Schinkel, CEO, Music VictoriaSamuel Lai, researcher, Australian National University
2/20/202430 minutes, 38 seconds
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Did hope for Russia's future die with Alexei Navalny?

Alexei Navalny, Vladimir Putin’s biggest rival, is dead. It has world leaders pointing the finger at the Russian president, saying he’s behind it. Plus, men make up only 3% of the early childhood workforce. So why is the rate so low?And community-led run clubs are having their moment. From central Queensland, to Brisbane, to Sydney, a whole lot of people are gathering to jog with friends or strangers, and experts say it's doing a whole lot of good for our bodies and our minds. Guests:Matthew Sussex, expert in Russian foreign policy, Australian National UniversityDr Martyn Mills-Bayne, senior lecturer in early childhood education, University of South Australia
2/19/202429 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Shakeup: RIP regional festivals, time in loo and love on the political spectrum

Groovin the Moo cancelled its run of regional festivals after low ticket sales while Taylor Swift is about to play to the biggest crowd in Australian history. Aussies want to see live music but habits are changing, so can anything be done to save the music scene outside of the big cities? Plus, call centres timing toilet breaks is only the beginning of the micromanagement nightmare. And do we care about the PM's engagement?Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalist and presenter Elfy Scott and culture producer Michael Sun 
2/16/202430 minutes, 9 seconds
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Could conscription make a comeback?

With a growing number of countries at war, experts in Australia have been discussing how to best protect our country.  So, could mandatory conscription be on the cards for young Australians?Plus, a motion urging the US and UK to allow WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange to return to Australia passed federal parliament this week. We speak to his brother Gabriel Shipton ahead of a potential High Court hearing in the UK about Julian's case. Guests:Gabriel Shipton, human rights advocate and brother of Julian AssangeJohn Blaxland, professor of International Security and Intelligence Studies, Australian National University 
2/15/202427 minutes, 12 seconds
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Groovin The Moo pulls the pin on 2024 festivals

Groovin the Moo says it's been forced to cancel its 2024 festivals after low ticket sales, just a week after they went on sale.Also, how long is okay for a wee at work? One government agency is allegedly timing its staff's toilet breaks....Plus, Independent Senator David Pocock drops by to talk us through his proposed changes to the indexation of HECS-HELP debts. And the last Liberal government in the country, Tasmania, has called an election, a year earlier than needed.
2/14/202430 minutes, 1 second
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Why are all eyes on Rafah?

It's been a deadly 48 hours in the southern Gazan city of Rafah, where Israeli airstrikes killed more than 67 people, according to Palestinian health officials. Civilians say they have nowhere else to go, and aid groups are sounding the alarm while Israel prepares for a ground offensive in the city to 'eliminate' Hamas. Plus Australia is only meeting four of its 19 Closing the Gap targets, with another four going backwards. And now that doxxing is in the headlines after the publication of a private WhatsApp group, the government says it's going to make doxxing a crime. So what could that look like? Guests:Jennifer Tierney, executive director, MSF Australia (Doctors Without Borders) Simon Copland, honorary fellow, Australian National University 
2/13/202428 minutes, 48 seconds
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Is politics getting in the way of hooking up?

The Greens are offering to support one of the federal government’s key housing policies, on the condition it scales back negative gearing. So what actually is negative gearing and would scrapping it fix the housing crisis?And how important is politics in dating? We take a look at data suggesting growing differences between young men and women's political views.Guests:Joey Moloney, economist and housing expert, Grattan InstituteIntifar Chowdhury, youth researcher and lecturer, Flinders University
2/12/202431 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Shakeup: celeb privacy, juiced up Olympics and what we should steal from NZ

Jacob Elordi made headlines after demanding a radio producer delete footage of him, and Taylor Swift is suing a teenager who's been tracking her private plane. So, what right to privacy can celebs expect? Plus, a few millionaires are pooling their money for a new sporting event called the Enhanced Games.And what parts of New Zealand culture should Australia steal for ourselves? Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Guy Williams and journalist Emma Gillespie. 
2/9/202430 minutes, 45 seconds
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Soon it'll be legal to ignore your boss

New workplace laws have passed the Senate today, which include setting minimum standards for gig workers and a new right to disconnect. We unpack what it means for you with Minister for Worplace Relations Tony Burke. And the humble lawn uses a lot of water. In fact, the Australian government reckons 90% of outside water use by households goes to watering the lawn. So, is the anti-lawn movement having a moment?Guests:Innes Willox, Australian Industry GroupTony Burke, Minister for Workplace RelationsCosta Georgiadis, Gardening Australia
2/8/202432 minutes, 41 seconds
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Is it time to break up 'Colesworth'?

The major supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths are exploiting their market power in ways that drive up inflation and hurt Australian households, according to the former chair of the ACCC.  Also, is it ever okay to steal? Because we're hearing it's happening more than ever as people struggle with high grocery prices.And we meet the Gen Z accountant working to increase financial literacy for all young Aussies through the ABC’s Trailblazer program.Guests:Wendy Ng, competition law expert, University of MelbourneJagpreet Singh, ABC Trailblazer
2/7/202430 minutes, 54 seconds
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Rent bidding is illegal so why is it still happening?

Rent bidding is illegal across most of Australia, but you've told us it's still happening all the time. So now that Queensland has announced new rules to stop the practice, could they be replicated around the country?And yeah, ignore that text from your boss. We're talking about the right to disconnect outside of working hours. Guests:Dr Chris Martin, senior research fellow, UNSWDr Gabrielle Golding, senior lecturer, University of AdelaideJagpreet Singh, ABC Trailblazer
2/6/202428 minutes, 31 seconds
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'Do I put food on the table or go to therapy?'

It's been 12 months since the number of Medicare-subsidised psychology sessions went from 20 back to 10. We speak to young Aussies, psychologists and the federal health minister about the impacts of the change.And why are farmers across Europe dumping manure on city streets?
2/5/202430 minutes, 24 seconds
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The Shakeup: broken promises, quiet TikTok and what Barbie overheard

It's the Shakeup and we're asking the big politics questions like: what will Auspol look like this year, why are there so many elections going on, and do we actually care about broken promises? Plus, your top songs have left TikTok after music label Universal Music Group ended its licensing deal with the app on January 31.  And have you ever walked into a group of people talking about you? It's happened to Barbie's Margot Robbie.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Lewis Garnham and journalist Sarah Ison. 
2/2/202428 minutes, 28 seconds
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Is waiting three weeks after a head knock enough?

Most concussions in sport don’t happen to elite athletes. In fact, youth and community athletes are most at risk of enduring head injuries. That’s why the Australian Institute of Sport has issued new guidelines to unify the response to concussions at a community level.  Plus, while attention is rightly focused on Gaza during the on-going war with Israel, tensions have been building this week on the West Bank too. Today we unpack what’s happening in the other Occupied Palestinian Territory, where Israeli commandos have just carried out a deadly raid inside a hospital.  And, geoguessing has taken over our feeds and now one young Aussie is training 8 hours a day for the upcoming World Cup.  GuestsBrendan Swann, CEO, Concussion Australia Lydia Pingel, former Queensland AFLW player Oscar Pearce, competitive Geoguessr 
2/1/202430 minutes, 36 seconds
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Your fave songs are leaving TikTok

Off the coast of WA, an animal export ship filled with over 15,000 livestock is stuck with nowhere to go. Animal welfare groups and the cattle industry are looking to the federal government for next steps, but the fate of the ship still isn’t known.  Plus, an advertising crackdown for the cosmetic injectables industry will gag practitioners, but will it help patients?  And Universal Music Group is ending its licensing deal with TikTok. What does it mean for the songs you love, and will it impact music trends globally? Guests:Gemma Sharp, associate professor and clinical psychologist, Monash University Zan Rowe, national music reporter, Double J 
1/31/202429 minutes, 11 seconds
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No, Photoshop doesn’t work like that

The national vape ban kicked in on January 1st and since then, the Australian Border Force has seized $7.4 million worth of disposable vapes. Now, vaping health impacts are in the spotlight as part of a new social media ad campaign aimed at young people. Is this the beginning of the end for vapes in Australia?  And the Victorian government has chosen not to implement a recommended ban on duck hunting. It's already banned in four states or territories, so we speak to Victorian MP Georgie Purcell about the backflip and about *that* Channel 9 photoshop.Plus, posting on your phone during your hot girl walk is out. Analogue walks are in.  GuestsGeorgie Purcell, Victorian Animal Justice Party MPElizabeth Broadbent, University of Auckland
1/30/202429 minutes, 51 seconds
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Tax cuts + Gaza: the PM answers your questions

We're back!For the first Hack of 2024, we're asking Prime Minister Anthony Albanese the big questions you've been asking us.Will the changes to stage three tax cuts actually benefit young Australians? Is there anything else planned to help those struggling to pay rent or buy groceries? Will Labor restore the 20 Medicare-subsidised psychologist sessions?  Plus, we'll bring you up to speed on everything that's happened in Israel and Gaza over summer, including the International Court of Justice's interim decision on whether or not Israel is committing genocide.Guests:Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of AustraliaJuliette McIntyre, University of South Australia law lecturer 
1/29/202431 minutes, 35 seconds
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Will changing the date change anything?

Whether you're protesting colonialism or celebrating a day off, January 26 is marked differently across the country.So in the aftermath of the Voice to Parliament referendum debate, what is the future of Australia Day?Hack spoke with Bridget Cama and Allira Davis from the Uluru Youth Dialogue about their reflections on January 26. 
1/25/202413 minutes
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How a high school classroom became a 'sacred space' for Indigenous students

A clue on the classroom wall helped one student find a long-lost relative, and the same room helped another trace her ancestry.The Cooinda room at Henry Kendall High School on the Central Coast of NSW isn't your average classroom. Now, students and education advocates are calling for every public school to have something like it, to teach Indigenous cultures and histories and improve outcomes for students. 
1/24/20248 minutes
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ScoMo finally calls it quits

One of Australia's most well-known and polarising politicians is packing his bags. Former prime minister Scott Morrison has announced he’ll leave politics at the end of February.Shalailah Medhora takes a look back at his long – and sometimes bumpy – political career.
1/23/20245 minutes
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What will it take for you to put down the vape?

Would you keep vaping if it meant you couldn't play sport or make out with your partner?In the 1970s, governments produced really graphic campaigns, scaring people into quitting smoking.But would that tactic work today?Hack spoke with Michelle Jongenelis from the University of Melbourne.
1/22/202413 minutes
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Psychedelics, tango, animals: how therapy works overseas

From prescribed psychedelics to Sigmund Freud, time with horses, and antidepressants that are seven times cheaper than therapy, countries from Ukraine to Argentina are trying different ways to address mental health concerns. So what can we learn from them?Hack spoke with Drew Ambrose, investigative journalist with Al Jazeera, who's been travelling the globe delving into psychology and mental health for a new series called Mindset.
1/19/202411 minutes
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Is Donald Trump unstoppable again?

He just won in a landslide in Iowa, and now Donald Trump is gearing up for the next state to vote in the primaries.
1/18/202411 minutes
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Could skydiving actually improve your mental health?

Jumping out of a plane isn't everyone's cup of tea, but would you do it if it could improve your wellbeing?Experts say adventure sports like skydiving can have an immediate positive mental health impact. But could the benefits be long-term rather than the immediate adrenaline rush?
1/17/20246 minutes
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The delicate art of sharing a pet with your ex

It was a love that was meant to last a lifetime, but then you broke up. Splitting the couch was simple, but navigating who gets dibs on the cat is a bit more complicated.  So who should get the fur-baby post break-up? And does shared pet custody actually work? 
1/16/20245 minutes
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Should you have to leave your hometown for a better job?

Did you have to move away from home for study or work? Well in Tassie, leaving the island state in search of better job and education opportunities has become a rite of passage for heaps of young people. And new research confirms that young Tasmanians are better off leaving their home state. 
1/15/20245 minutes
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Is university worth it in 2024?

You've just graduated high school with top marks. Next stop is university, right?For some young people, the answer is no.They want a tertiary education and have big dreams for their careers, but say cost of living pressures and increasing HECS debts are putting them off enrolling in uni.
1/12/20246 minutes
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Borrowing from friends and fam: yes or no?

Desperate times can sometimes call for a loan from the bank of mum and dad (if they can help!). Or maybe you're the one lending to your mates, siblings or parents. But is it a good idea? With money AND a relationship on the line, is there a way to do it right? 
1/11/20246 minutes
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What it's like surviving an abusive high school relationship

Content warning: this podcast discusses sexual assault and domestic violence.
1/10/202420 minutes
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Is too much silence a bad thing?

Noise-cancelling headphones can be great when you're trying to focus on a last minute assignment, or block out that chatty co-worker. But have we become too reliant on creating silence? Turns out, blocking all that noise might be messing with your ear sensitivity. 
1/9/20245 minutes
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The rise of DIY weddings

Have you ever thought about tying the knot but been turned off by the MASSIVE cost of a wedding?Well with cost of living on the rise, young people are finding different ways to make their big day special, including having a DIY wedding where they get friends and family to pitch in and help. While most friends and family are happy to lend a hand, couples have to be careful not to stretch the friendship.
1/8/20246 minutes
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How Owen Wright and Kita Alexander turned trauma into greatness

Australian surfing legend Owen Wright had one of the best sporting comeback's of all time after he suffered from a traumatic brain injury.Owen and wife singer-songwriter Kita Alexander caught up with Hack after the release of Owen's book, "Against the Water."
1/4/202416 minutes
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Do disruptive protests help or harm the cause?

In 2023, we saw major disruptive protests in cities over climate change from groups like Extinction Rebellion.Every time we see protesters blocking roads or bridges, or throwing soup on a painting,  a lot of people criticise them saying it damages their cause. But, why would protesters keep doing it if they felt like it didn't work?
1/3/20247 minutes
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Are mechanics ripping off people they reckon know nothing about cars?

Have you ever been to the mechanic and thought they were ripping you off?Heaps of you told Hack that you reckon you've been overcharged, especially young women.So are there mechanics who are adding on a 'girl tax'? And what can you do to stop it?
1/2/20245 minutes
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Life as a tradie in Antarctica

Imagine living in a place where it rarely rains. Sometimes it's dark during the day and you walk to work under the stars.  Other times, the sun doesn’t stop shining. When the sun does set, it's magical.It's not a planet from a science fiction film - it's Antarctica.And every year thousands of people apply to work there.Australian plumber Todd Schultz was one of them.
1/1/20246 minutes
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Brad's skydiving parachute didn't open. He survived

Have you thought about going skydiving, but then freaked out about the possibility of your parachute not opening?That worst-case scenario came true for Brad Guy.His family and close friends watched him as he fell to the earth... but, miraculously, he survived.Hack chatted to Brad earlier this year about his experience and the aftermath dealing with PTSD and mental illness.Guest:Brad Guy, author of Freefall
12/28/202317 minutes
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Are we all just clones reading the same books?

So many of us get our book recommendations these days from social media accounts with perfectly-curated flatlays of beautiful book covers.BookTok and Bookstagram are huge, but sometimes you just see the same titles being recommended over, and over, and over again.So, is that leading to a homogenous reading culture where we're all just clones of each other?
12/27/20236 minutes
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Why big events take us from pumped up to feeling down

Have you been super psyched in the lead-up to a big event, riding on a high, then it comes and goes and then... you just feel like shit?You're not going crazy.Post-event comedown is a real thing and, for some people, it can have pretty devastating consequences.
12/26/20237 minutes
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Why your refreshing summer swim might not be so cool

We’re not even a month through summer and parts of the country have already experienced scorching heatwaves.But they’re not just on land — marine heatwaves have been declared too.What are they? And what kind of impacts can they have on ocean life?
12/21/20237 minutes
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A-League player Josh Cavallo on how sport's going with LGBTQIA+ inclusivity

Australian footballer Josh Cavallo made history in 2021 when he became the first openly gay current professional soccer player in the world. He caught up with Hack ahead of Sydney WorldPride in early 2023 to reflect on the legacy of his decision and where we're at with LGBTQIA+ inclusivity in sport.
12/20/202315 minutes
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Mia's eating disorder gave her a 'debilitating fear of ruining Christmas'

For most people, Christmastime is full of fun, festivities and food.But for people living with an eating disorder, it can be an extraordinarily difficult time to navigate.So how can you deal with big food-centric events if you're struggling with eating? And how can you support loved ones who are struggling?If you or someone you know needs help related to an eating disorder, you can call The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 46 73 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
12/19/20236 minutes
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Is the green whistle the magic solution to IUD insertion pain?

Traumatic. Excruciating. Stabbing pain. These are just some of the ways you've described the pain of getting an IUD inserted.We know they're super effective forms of contraception, but we also know a lot of people aren't routinely offered pain relief when they're getting them put in.A public hospital in Victoria is trying to change that.
12/18/20236 minutes
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The Drop festival 'working towards' refunding all ticketholders by end of 2024

Kate bought a ticket to a festival that never went ahead. Four years later, she's still waiting for a refund.Kate's not alone.So many people who were meant to go to The Drop festival in 2020, which was cancelled due to COVID, are still waiting to get their money back.Now the festival has told Hack it's "working towards settling the refunds over the course of 2024".
12/17/20237 minutes
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The Shakeup: best and worst of 2023

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
12/15/202329 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Shakeup: cost of living hit hard in 2023

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.If we're picking one word to sum up 2023 for most young Australians it's this: expensive. Whether it's rent, HECS indexation, groceries, fuel, cost of living bit hard in 2023.Join Hack's Dave Marchese with journalist and podcaster Hannah Ferguson, and housing advocate Jake Toohey.
12/14/202328 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Shakeup: what went down in politics in 2023

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.Our domestic politics may have been dominated by the Voice referendum, but there was so much more that happened in 2023.Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Victorian Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell and Yamatji writer and former WA Liberal leader Zak Kirkup.
12/13/202330 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Shakeup: the highs and lows of sport in 2023

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.If anything captured the nation's collective attention this year, it was the Matildas at the FIFA Women's World Cup (go Tillies!!!).But while there were sporting highs, there were also sporting lows. We'll unpack pay disputes at Netball Australia, management issues at Rugby Australia and the potential death of the Commonwealth Games.Join Hack's Dave Marchese with sports podcasters Lavender Baj and Josh Garlepp.
12/12/202330 minutes, 12 seconds
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The Shakeup: Cultural moments that defined 2023

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.Today, we're talking about the biggest cultural moments of 2023: Bey and Tay on tour, the Roman Empire, ChatGPT and the submersible that captivated the world. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with entertainer Etcetera Etcetera and The Daily Aus deputy editor Emma Gillespie.
12/11/202329 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Shakeup: Lame Xmas decorations, bizarre punishments and wallet-draining groceries

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
12/8/202329 minutes, 51 seconds
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What connects a man in Arizona with a Queensland police shooting?

The landmark report from the inquiry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme has been released. So what did it say, and what can we expect to change for everyday Australians who use the NDIS? Plus, an extremist from the US has been arrested in connection with the 2022 Wieambilla terror attack.And with reports that Islamophobia and anti-Semitism are on the rise, we find out how to call out racism when you see it.
12/7/202329 minutes, 59 seconds
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Liar or Icon? Why are we so obsessed with George Santos

US politician George Santos was expelled from Congress last week after accusations of defrauding donors and allegedly spending campaign money on travel, botox and porn. The now-indicted Republican will face felony charges next year. Plus, new laws have passed that mean former immigration detainees could be locked up without a trial.Also, we meet the young people tasked with blowing up underwater sea mines. And half the country has been warned to expect heatwave conditions. Guests: Shalailah Medhora, Hack political reporterJohn Barron, Planet America hostKim Reid, climate scientist, Monash University
12/6/202329 minutes, 11 seconds
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Burnout is hitting the people that care for us most

Thousands of paramedics may not respond to triple zero call outs during one of the busiest times of the year. They're holding out on renewing registrations (which expire on NYE) until they get better pay.Plus, Brittany Higgins has wrapped up days of evidence in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. And a new gangland turf war has ignited in Melbourne over the sale of illegal tobacco. Guests: Patrick, former NSW paramedicAnya Johnson, Associate Professor, University of Sydney Patrick Bell, ABC reporter
12/5/202329 minutes, 49 seconds
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Your mental health can stop you getting insured

Insurers can turn you down for coverage because of your mental health, and believe it or not, it's actually legal.Plus, the Israeli military has expanded its ground offensive to every part of Gaza. And we bring you the latest from COP28, the world's biggest climate change talks, where Australia's being urged to lift its ban on nuclear energy. Guests:Carly Dobson, Director, Australian Association of PsychologistsAlison Reeve, Energy and Climate Deputy Program Director, Grattan Institute
12/4/202329 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Shakeup: the end of single-sex schools, real-life Squid Game and landing planes

It's the Shakeup and we're asking if it's time to put single-sex schools in the bin. Plus, Squid Game: The Challenge has topped the Netflix charts, but we're wondering if anyone actually watch the show it's based on? And if it came down to it, do you think you could land a plane? Most men think they could. Host Dave Marchese is joined by writer and presenter Elfy Scott and model and presenter Christian Wilkins. 
12/1/202329 minutes, 53 seconds
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The needle spiking warning you need to hear before going overseas

Two young Australians say they were needle spiked and then sexually assaulted while overseas. We're sharing their stories. Plus, the world's biggest climate change talks are being held in a very controversial location. COP28 kicks off in Dubai. Also, Israel and Gaza have agreed to extend the ceasefire. And you might be ablest and not even realise it.Guests:Nas Campanella, ABC National Disability Affairs ReporterEvan Young, producer with the ABC's Specialist Reporting TeamRiley Stuart, ABC digital producer
11/30/202329 minutes, 16 seconds
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Mewing and bone smashing: this is looksmaxxing

Bruce Lehrmann is back in the courtroom with a defamation action against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. We're unpacking the case so far. Plus, looksmaxxing is making the rounds on social media. But is this male beauty trend actually an incel dog whistle? And science communication needs to work harder to make us feel less hopeless.Guests:Patrick Bell, ABC reporterBrandon Sparks, senior lecturer, Kingston University LondonDr Chris Ellis, medical doctor and PhD student, University of Sydney
11/29/202328 minutes, 59 seconds
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Have TV and movies doomed the future of teaching?

A national vape ban has been declared and it kicks in on January 1st.Plus, we unpack the High Court of Australia's official reasoning for the immigration detention backflip that saw over 140 detainees released.And TV and movies portray teachers as losers and liars who'll eventually quit. So, do teachers need a massive rebrand to get more people into education degrees? Guests:Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Aged CareShalailah Medhora, Hack political reporterHugh Gundlach, education lecturer, University of Melbourne
11/28/202328 minutes, 11 seconds
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Should sex toys be legal to sell anywhere?

Department stores and chemists want to sell sex toys across the country, but right now it's illegal in some states.Plus, the federal government has struck a deal with the Greens to overhaul the Murry-Darling Basin Plan, but what does that mean for the environment and for communities on the rivers?And more than a hundred people have been charged after a huge protest at Newcastle's coal port over the weekend, including people who didn't actually protest.Guests:John Hall, regional Victoria cactus farmerKate McBride, fifth-generation grazier and researcher at the Australia InstituteDaniel Ziffer, ABC business reporterLydia Shelly, President of the NSW Council for Civil Liberties
11/27/202329 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Shakeup: Black Friday sales, OpenAI drama and the loneliness epidemic

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about whether brands have gone overboard with Black Friday sales.Plus, are membership clubs the answer to the global loneliness epidemic?And it's been a chaotic week at OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. WTF happened? Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalists Marty Smiley and Em Gillespie.
11/24/202329 minutes, 23 seconds
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Think twice before you bum a cheeky vape

There's a growing trend among young people to use vapes for drugs other than nicotine, but we still don't know a whole lot about its health impacts.Plus, the federal government has ramped up funding for renewables, saying we're way off our 2030 target.And, why the Paralympic classification process makes it difficult for people with Down Syndrome to reach the top tier of their sport.Guests:Kane Thornton, CEO of the Clean Energy CouncilRobyn Smith, CEO of Sports Inclusion Australia
11/23/202329 minutes, 30 seconds
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Here's what the Israel and Hamas ceasefire actually means

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a four-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of 50 hostages. So what happens now?Plus, why people are obsessed with new Aussie doco-series, Last Stop Larrimah.And, how TikTok's 'filters for good' could change the way activists use social media.
11/22/202329 minutes, 2 seconds
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WTF is happening at ChatGPT?

The guy that created ChatGPT was fired, shocking the tech world. What actually happened?Plus, an Indigenous leader has slammed festival-goers for partying on a sacred site.And, experts say COVID is exploding right now, so what does that mean for your summer plans?Guests:James Purtill, ABC technology reporterProfessor Catherine Bennett, Chair of Epidemiology, Deakin University
11/21/202329 minutes, 3 seconds
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How to fix your mood with food

An Australian navy diver has been injured by sonar from a Chinese warship, and our government is not happy about it.Plus, how much can changing your diet help with depression and anxiety?And is rugby union okay? The chair of Rugby Australia has been pushed out of his job at the end of a crazy year for the sport.Guests:Dr Adam Bartley, RMIT University's School of Global, Urban and Social StudiesDr Megan Lee, senior teaching fellow, Bond UniversityJamie Pandaram, sports reporter, The Daily Telegraph
11/20/202329 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Shakeup: Strip clubs, a minister for common sense and deleting yourself off the internet

It's the Shakeup and we ask whether strip clubs still have a place in Australian culture.Plus, in bizarre news, the UK has appointed a Minister for Common Sense. And have you ever tried to delete something about yourself off the internet?Host Dave Marchese is joined by Collingwood captain Darcy Moore and author and influencer Alisha Aitken-Radburn.
11/17/202330 minutes, 5 seconds
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Ankle bracelets and curfews for ex-detainees?

The government wants to monitor people who've been released from indefinite immigration detention, after a surprise High Court decision found it was unlawful and unconstitutional.Plus, the Israeli military has been criticised for raiding Gaza's biggest hospital, which it claims is housing a Hamas command centre.And some regional university students are freaking out about online learning being wound back.Guests:Sanmati Verma, Acting Legal Director, Human Rights Law CentreProfessor Michael Sankey, President of the Australasian Council on Open, Distance and eLearning
11/16/202329 minutes, 10 seconds
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Why Gregory hasn't eaten in two weeks

Former diplomat Gregory Andrews is two weeks into a hunger strike demanding climate action. He is posted up on the lawn outside Parliament House hoping to get the attention of the government.Plus, an inquiry into LGBTIQ hate crime deaths has finished. What did it uncover?And we get into the lost art of repairs and how fixing stuff could help Australia's waste problem. Guests:Justin Ellis, Senior Lecturer in Criminology at the University of NewcastleGregory Andrews, climate protester and former diplomat
11/15/202329 minutes, 45 seconds
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Want to age slower? Better stop renting

As if the latest rental affordability report wasn't bad enough (and it's bad), it turns out insecure renting also ages your body faster than unemployment, obesity and being an ex-smoker. Also, we catch up with Kitalé Wilson and his dad Dr Geoff Wilson to hear how their two-year, carbon-neutral adventure to document the climate change impacts of some of the world's most remote environments is going. And should we have the right to get stuff about us taken off the internet? Guests Emma Baker, Professor of Housing Research, University of Adelaide Kitalé Wilson and Dr Geoff Wilson, explorers, Project Zero
11/14/202329 minutes, 38 seconds
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Not everyone who smokes weed wants it legalised

Protests supporting both Palestinians and Israelis are continuing to escalate around the world, as pressure builds on political leaders to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war. Also, we hear from the United States' Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues Abby Finkenauer who's in Australia this week. And the first-ever bill to create a legal recreational marijuana market in Australia is actually dividing cannabis enthusiasts. Guests: Dr Effie Karageorgos, historian, University of Newcastle Abby Finkenauer, U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues Dr Jack Wilson, Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney
11/13/202329 minutes, 5 seconds
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The Shakeup: The Optus outage, Omegle's shutdown and a very "handsome boy"

It's the Shakeup and we breakdown how Optus broke down. Plus, the infamous chat site Omegle was also forced to close down this week. And China's premier called Anthony Albanese a "handsome boy" while he was out on a run, so when has nickname just stuck with you?   Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian and Lauren Bonner and content creator Jack Toohey.
11/10/202330 minutes, 20 seconds
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Can a psychic replace your dating apps?

Turns out we're trying just about anything to find love, including psychics. But when does getting relationship advice from a fortune teller stop being fun and start getting unhealthy? Also, for nearly two decades the Australian government has been detaining people indefinitely in immigration detention centres. Now, the High Court of Australia has ruled it’s unlawful. And the UN’s leaders have come out with some of their strongest criticisms yet of the deteriorating situation in Gaza, saying it’s a catastrophe and unacceptable. Guests: Jennifer Tierney, Executive Director, MSF Australia (Doctors Without Borders) Sean Connaughton, psychologist and couples therapist
11/9/202329 minutes, 32 seconds
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Optus outage causes chaos

Millions of customers of mobile and internet giant Optus are demanding answers, following a massive hours-long outage that stopped people from being able to access emergency services. Also, young people who work in caring industries like disability and aged care are feeling unsafe on the job.   And, BookTok and Bookstagram are huge communities, but are we just seeing the same titles being recommended over, and over, and over again? Guests Brendan Walker-Munro, senior research fellow, University of Queensland Bronwyn Reddan, research fellow, Deakin University
11/8/202328 minutes, 46 seconds
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Is Cup Day cringe?

Support for the Melbourne Cup is tumbling, especially among young people.
11/7/202329 minutes, 4 seconds
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Will there be a ceasefire in Gaza?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
11/6/202328 minutes, 5 seconds
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The Shakeup: Wiggles finger wagging, movie intermissions and online selling stuff-ups

It's the Shakeup and The Wiggles' hit Hot Potato has been blasting non-stop in Bunbury and the band is not happy.  Plus should we bring back cinema intermissions? And we unpack the nightmare that is selling stuff online.
11/3/202329 minutes, 47 seconds
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The crypto king is on trial

With claims Russia has shelled more towns and villages in one day than it has all year, we unpack the state of the war in Ukraine. Plus, he's accused of stealing billions from his customers and money laundering. So, what's happening in the trial of cryptocurrency's most infamous entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried? And influencers are constantly sharing beautiful travel spots online, but could these locations actually be putting you in danger?  Guests:  Matthew Sussex, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, ANU Blake Montgomery, tech editor, The Guardian US Samuel Cornell, PhD candidate, UNSW
11/2/202329 minutes, 1 second
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Should we trust facial recognition AI?

It's not even summer yet and firefighters across NSW and QLD are battling dozens of blazes. Plus, wrongful arrests and detainments are being attributed to the use of facial recognition AI.  Also, a public housing tenant successfully took their landlord (who happens to be the Northern Territory government) to the High Court. It could have big ramifications for tenants everywhere.  And, we unpack the mixed reaction to Tasmania's JackJumpers' jerseys ahead of the NBL Indigenous Round.  Guests: Ellie Grounds, Hack reporter Ed Santow, co-director of the Human Technology Institute, UTS Lee Robinson, ABC Alice Springs reporter  
11/1/202329 minutes, 23 seconds
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Intimate partner violence happens to teens too

Nearly a third of teens aged 18 to 19 have experienced some form of abuse within their relationships, according to new research from the Australian Institute of Family Studies. So, what can we do about it? Plus, the owners of New Zealand's Whakaari White Island volcano, which erupted and killed 22 people in 2019, have been found guilty of breaching workplace safety laws. And because electric cars are so expensive, transport experts think governments should be helping us buy electric bikes.  Guests: Dr Karlee O’Donnell, senior research officer, Australian Institute of Family Studies Emma Stanford, senior reporter, Radio New Zealand 
10/31/202328 minutes, 24 seconds
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Had a bad experience at the mechanic? You're not alone

Have you ever been to the mechanic and thought they were ripping you off? We hear from some young women this has been happening to and find out what you can do about it.
10/30/202328 minutes, 55 seconds
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The Shakeup: Suing Instagram, dishing out dating advice, and free work for friends

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking about the 33 US states that are suing Instagram for its mental health toll.  Also, we'll be asking if it's ever a good idea to do free work for your friends?  Plus, Tinder has introduced a new feature where you can ask friends and family to check out the people you've matched with! Host Dave Marchese is joined by Big Small Talk podcast co-host Sarah Jane Adams, and Kick It Forward's Josh Garlepp.
10/27/202330 minutes, 14 seconds
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Can $3.5 million really end toxic masculinity?

The federal government have announced a new three-year trial called 'the healthy masculinities project' aimed at young boys and men. Will it be able to counter the rise of toxic masculinity?
10/26/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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How to avoid sharing misinformation about the Israel-Gaza war

Misinformation and disinformation have been spreading on social media during the Israel-Gaza conflict. We find out how to spot it and what journalists are doing to verify their reporting.  Also, a ground invasion in Gaza could be any day now, so what would it look like?   Plus, 33 US states have filed a federal lawsuit against Meta, accusing it of contributing to the mental health crisis for young people.  Guests  Javed Ali, former counter terrorism official with the FBI Kelly Lewis, digital media expert, Monash University Ben Buchanan, psychologist and body dysmorphia expert`
10/25/202329 minutes, 26 seconds
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The rise of DIY weddings

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
10/24/202329 minutes, 35 seconds
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The rise of DIY weddings

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
10/24/202329 minutes, 35 seconds
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They're funny: smash or pass?

Humour might not be the dating game-changer we think it is. New research has found there's no connection between how much a person makes you laugh and how attractive you find them. Plus, could a decline in strike action be responsible for low wage growth in Australia?  And, advocates are calling for safe spaces to be included at music festivals for victims of sexual assault and harassment. 
10/23/202329 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Shakeup: Lemon cars, celeb memoirs and Gwyneth's take on nepo babies

It's the Shakeup and we're talking duds — specifically, the pain of being sold a lemon car and dealers getting away with it. We're also asking whether it's unfair to judge 'nepo babies'. And from Britney to Beckham, we're getting into this recent spate of celebrity memoirs and biographies.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Billy D'Arcy and podcaster and sports reporter, Marlee Silva.
10/20/202329 minutes, 53 seconds
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Raising red flags on Aussie whistleblower laws

Experts warn our whistleblower laws are stopping people from speaking up.  Plus, we bring you the latest update on the Israel-Gaza war. And, triple j spoke with almost 1,300 local bands, artists, and music creators to get the lowdown on what it's really like in the music industry these days. Guests:  Jason Lee, Save the Children  Kieran Pender, Human Rights Law Centre 
10/19/202329 minutes, 35 seconds
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How desperate life in Gaza is right now

The humanitarian crisis in the Middle East is getting worse, with hundreds feared dead after a blast at a Gaza hospital, and aid unable to reach those in need.  Meanwhile US President Joe Biden is about to visit Isreal. What will the trip achieve? We also get into a controversial Victorian tax on electric cars that's been axed by the High Court.  Plus, why a worker strike is seeing thousands of litres of milk poured down the drain. Guests: Simon Eccleshall, Doctors Without Borders Dr Michael Green, United States Studies Centre at University of Sydney Jo Lauder, Hack reporter
10/18/202329 minutes, 25 seconds
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The website giving renters back a little bit of power

Rental vacancy rates are at a historic low, which means renters are putting up with dodgy properties that may be making them sick or putting them at risk of injury. 
10/17/202329 minutes, 43 seconds
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What's next after the Voice defeat?

After Australians voted down the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, the big question is what happens now?  We take a look at what this all means for reconciliation and how and why certain parts of the country voted yes or no. And there are urgent warnings that thousands of civilians' lives are at risk in Gaza, as Isreal prepares to launch a massive ground attack.  Guests: Ben Abbatangelo, Gunaikurnai and Wotjobaluk writer Kos Samaras, polling expert Daniela Gavshon, Australian Director of Human Rights Watch
10/16/202329 minutes, 41 seconds
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The PM drops by for a Shakeup referendum special

It's a special edition of the Shakeup, chatting all things Voice to Parliament referendum and the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins us on the final day of the campaign. 
10/13/202328 minutes, 48 seconds
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How will the referendum work? Here's everything you need to know

We fill you in on everything you need to know about how the referendum will work before you head to the polls this weekend.
10/12/202329 minutes, 30 seconds
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The No campaign's pitch to younger voters

We speak with Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle, an Arrernte woman with the No campaign about the harm she says this referendum has caused Indigenous Australians.
10/11/202329 minutes, 41 seconds
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Why the Yes campaign thinks it can still win

Film and TV producer and proud Aboriginal woman Rachel Perkins speaks to Hack on how the Yes campaign rates its chances in Saturday's referendum, and what she wants listers to know about the Voice to Parliament. Plus, what's the No campaign's central messaging in the Voice to Parliament debate, and is it working? And, the death toll from a deadly earthquake in Afghanistan keeps climbing, with warnings that more aid is needed. Guests: Rachel Perkins, Yes campaign co-chair
10/10/202329 minutes, 21 seconds
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Israel declares war after Hamas militants attack

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
10/9/202329 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Shakeup: Young bosses, mental illness soars and Banksy's identity revealed

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking about how the identity of the world's most famous graffiti artist could have been revealed after he was named in a defamation lawsuit. Plus, what's behind the soaring rates of  mental ill-health experienced by young people? And, why being the boss at a young age sounds way more appealing than it actually is. Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalist Marty Smiley and actress Mabel Li.
10/6/202329 minutes, 49 seconds
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Senator Lidia Thorpe says police have failed to protect her after Neo-Nazi racist abuse

Senator Lidia Thorpe has accused the Australian Federal Police of failing to protect her from far-right extreme racist abuse. 
10/5/202328 minutes, 33 seconds
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Why it's so hard to get your tech fixed

Have you had a repair nightmare? Heaps of people say they've been overcharged for simple tech repairs.  Plus, how the Voice to Parliament referendum results could affect Australia's reputation overseas.  And the Pope has suggested Catholic churches could bless same-sex couples despite finding them "objectively sinful." GUESTS:  Stephen Dziedzic ABC Foreign Affairs reporter Gareth Downing, Deputy CEO of Australian Communications Consumer Action Network Christopher Lamb, Vatican expert  The Revd Dr Peter French
10/4/202329 minutes, 34 seconds
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Sexual assaults are being reported in mental health wards

A joint investigation between Hack and ABC's Investigations unit has uncovered reports of alleged sexual assaults and harassment in mental health wards across Australia.  Also, the debate around pill testing at music festivals is in full-swing after two young men died following a festival on the weekend. And did you know what you wanted to do after graduation? There's calls for a national overhaul to career advice systems in schools.  GUESTS:  Dr Jayashri Kulkarni, Head of Psychiatry at Monash University Dr Mary Harrod, DanceWize NSW
10/3/202329 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Shakeup: Calling it quits, stuck in space and should rich friends shout dinner?

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're asking if your rich friends should foot the bill for a fancy meal?  Plus, in the wake of Victorian Premier Dan Andrews' resignation, we're asking when you've suddenly quit something. And, have you ever been stuck somewhere for way too long like work or a boring party? How about a NASA astronaut that spent over a year in space.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by 9 News reporter Elisabeth Moss and entertainer Etcetera Etcetera.
9/29/202330 minutes, 8 seconds
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This is what space travel does to the human body

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
9/28/202329 minutes, 30 seconds
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Accessing the pill just got easier

A new trial has started in NSW and Queensland that will let people resupply the pill without visiting a GP.
9/27/202329 minutes, 23 seconds
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Dan Andrews is done. What comes next?

What happens next when one of Australia's most divisive premiers quits? 
9/26/202329 minutes, 31 seconds
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How to sleep better during exam time

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
9/25/202329 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Shakeup: Celeb breakups, short-stay tax and an Aussie rite of passage gets harder

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking break-ups! Why is everyone following US singer Joe Jonas and UK actress Sophie Turner's divorce saga like it's the latest TV drama? Plus, will Victoria's plan to introduce a short-stay accommodation tax actually help with the housing crisis?  And, has moving overseas become too glamorised? Some young expats have been struggling to find places to live and work.  Host Dee Salmin is joined by creator and housing advocate Jack Toohey and Today Show reporter Izabella Staskowski.
9/22/202329 minutes, 36 seconds
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What if your dream of living overseas is more of a nightmare?

Living overseas is a dream for heaps of young Aussies, but some expats are struggling with a lack of work and accommodation.  Also, the government's announced an inquiry into the country's response to the pandemic.  And, Australia's been slammed at an international climate change conference. How do our commitments stack up against the rest of the world?  GUESTS:  Chantelle Al-Khouri, Hack reporter Polly Hemming, Director of the Australia Institute’s Climate and Energy program
9/21/202328 minutes, 24 seconds
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Will Victoria's Airbnb tax actually work?

Victoria has become the first state in the country to put a levy on short-stay accommodation like Airbnb and Stayz Also, there's been a huge jump in the number of young people being hospitalised with endometriosis. And we take a look at the world's sneaker obsession. Why are we paying so much for shoes? GUESTS: Nicole Gurran, Professor of urban and regional planning, University of Sydney Dr Alexandra Sherlock, fashion lecturer, RMIT University ​​​​​​​Clarification: On 21/9/2023 the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare issued a press release saying their original assertion that hospitalisations for endometriosis had doubled, was wrong. The number of hospitalisations for 20-24 year olds has increased 24 per cent in a decade.
9/20/202329 minutes, 12 seconds
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Russell Brand's fans are sticking by him

Russell Brand has been accused of rape and sexual abuse by four women, but his fans are sticking by him. Also, students at Australian National University are reeling from an attack by a former student that has left two young women in hospital. Plus, can Apple's new operating system really tell your mood and wellbeing? We find out. And, new research has found pandas struggle when they're sent to new locations because, like us, they suffer jetlag.  Guests: Chantelle Al-Khouri, Hack reporter Xanthe Lowe-Brown, PhD candidate at the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics Riley Stuart, ABC reporter Kristine Gandia, PhD candidate at University of Stirling in Scotland
9/19/202329 minutes, 29 seconds
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Have dating apps gotten any safer?

Nearly three years after a huge Hack and Four Corners investigation into sexual violence on dating apps, the government has said the companies behind these apps need to do more to keep people safe. So is it enough? Also, an investigation into deadly flooding in the north African nation of Libya is underway, after more than 11,000 people were killed in the disaster. And, why so many parts of the country are suffering through an early season heatwave. Guests: Kath Albury, Professor, Swinburne University of Technology Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick, Associate Professor, University of New South Wales
9/18/202328 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Shakeup: Political texts, third spaces and out of touch millionaires

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're asking you if you get pissed off by political text messages? Is it more or less likely to make you support their cause? And, why Australia needs to consider 'third places' that aren't homes or offices in the design of its cities. Plus, property developer Tim Gurner has sparked outrage by saying that unemployment needs to go up so that workers feel more grateful to their bosses. Host Jo Lauder is joined by Greens local councillor Adam Pulford and Guardian journalist Matilda Boseley.
9/15/202330 minutes, 13 seconds
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Putin and Kim Jong Un are now besties. Should we be worried?

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin have spent time together this week but what does this relationship mean for the rest of the world and the war in Ukraine?
9/14/202329 minutes, 46 seconds
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Are you getting enough (vitamin) D?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
9/13/202329 minutes, 48 seconds
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Do character references have a place in Australian assault cases?

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have faced backlash for supporting former co-star Danny Masterson, who was convicted of raping two women. But did you know character references are used in some child sexual abuses in Australia?
9/12/202329 minutes, 11 seconds
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Take off the noise-cancelling headphones, turns out silence is bad

Noise-cancelling headphones and ear plugs are more popular than ever but could too much silence actually be bad for you?
9/11/202329 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Shakeup: Op shop prices, Qantas drama, and how important you think work is

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're asking how important you think work is in your life? A new study found that people are less likely to say work should come first than in previous decades.  Plus, if you shop at op shops, have you noticed that prices have gone up? And have you ever thought about what the role of charity shops is? And, we chat about the big news of the week with the Qantas CEO Alan Joyce retiring early after a lot of drama for the company.  Host Tim Shepherd is joined by comedian and podcaster Billy D'Arcy and news.com.au journalist Eliza Barr.
9/8/202330 minutes
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What's behind this worse than usual snow season?

After a rough few years of bushfire and COVID restrictions, hopes had been high for this season's snow. But a warmer than usual winter has got operators wondering if the industry can survive. Speaking of industries that are struggling, live music venues seem to be shutting down at record speed. So could crowdsourcing and community ownership be the answer? We look at the case of the iconic Tote in Melbourne. Youth crime keeps making the headlines, but we don't really talk about why youth offending occurs in the first place. Hack has been granted rare access to a detention facility in Tasmania, and spoken with inmates about a new music project. Guests: Leanne McLean, Tasmanian Commissioner for Children and Young People Dr Sam Whiting, lecturer at the University of South Australia .
9/7/202329 minutes, 26 seconds
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How social media is changing expectations around giving birth

You might not be thinking about having kids yet, but you've probably seen young parents and influencers talking about it online. But not everyone has a calming, wonderful, instagrammable birth experience.  Plus, dating can be tough for anyone, but having a chronic illness can make it even more complicated. We hear what it's like for young single people dating with their illnesses.  And, we find out about the protests at French schools against the government's ban of a traditional muslim dress called the abaya.  Guests  Rachelle Chee, Associate Lecturer and midwife, Central Queensland University  Dr Renae Barker, law lecturer, University of Western Australia
9/6/202329 minutes, 16 seconds
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Why don't more men play netball?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
9/5/202329 minutes, 36 seconds
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Rain and mud strands Burning Man festival goers

Burning Man Festival in the Nevada desert is usually known for the dust, but this year, a downpour of rain has brought epic muddy chaos and one death.  Plus, the federal Opposition leader, Peter Dutton, has suggested a second referendum to recognise First Australians if the Voice to Parliament fails, but what would that look like? And, we meet a 20-year-old climate activist from the Solomon Islands calling on the Australian government to do more to stop climate change.  Guests: Kerrynne Liddle, South Australian Liberal Senator and Arrente woman Zedi Vahia Devesi, 20-year-old climate activist from the Solomon Islands Remy Hii, Australian actor 
9/4/202330 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Shakeup: Voice notes vs text, subscription trap and driving 'lappies'

It's the Shakeup and we're asking how long is too long for a voice memo? And could video memos be about to have their moment? Plus, there are calls for "don't be a jerk" laws to be introduced to stop companies from engaging in unfair practices like luring you into a subscription trap.  And whether you love a lappie (or a blockie or mainie) or hate it, we're taking a look at this Aussie hobby.  Host Tim Shepherd is joined by journalist Em Gillespie and social media sensation Outback Tom.
9/1/202329 minutes, 32 seconds
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Is it time to hit the brakes on this Aussie pastime?

We get behind the wheel with 'blockie route' drivers to see how fuel prices might be threatening this Aussie tradition (which you might also know as lappies or mainies). Plus, have gig workers' calls for protections at work been answered? We unpack the government's plans to introduce legislation, which will include minimum pay rates.  And Qantas is being sued for allegedly selling flights that didn't exist.  Guests: David Speers, Political Lead at the ABC
8/31/202329 minutes, 46 seconds
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Save the date: here's what you need to know about the Voice

Okay so we finally know when we'll be voting on whether Australia should change the Constitution to include an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.  Confused about how voting will work? We got you. Plus, we take a look at the latest 10-year strategy on eating disorders, which has just been released. Guests: Thomas Mayo, Yes campaigner Evan Ekin-Smyth, Australian Electoral Commission Mark Butler, federal Minister for Health
8/30/202329 minutes, 48 seconds
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Football boss still won't quit over World Cup kiss

Calls for Spain's soccer federation president to resign are only getting stronger after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso, who says it was not consensual.  We unpack the world-wide uproar and look at what Luis Rubiales has to say.  Plus, a Sydney woman is turning her time behind bars into an app for other inmates struggling in the prison system.  And surgeons have pulled a living roundworm from a New South Wales woman's brain. Guests: Isobel Cootes, Optus Sports football journalist Dr Sanjaya Senanayake, infectious disease expert at Canberra Hospital
8/29/202329 minutes, 29 seconds
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New driving trial gives hope to users of medicinal cannabis

The Victorian Government is going ahead with a trial looking into when users of medicinal cannabis should be allowed to get behind the wheel. Plus, three US marines have died and others are injured after a crash during a military training exercise north of Darwin. And have you ever wondered if you could afford to rent oversees? We compare rental markets across the world.  Guests: Professor John Blaxland, Australian National University Dr Matty Moore, GP  Casey Briggs, ABC data journalist
8/28/202329 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Shakeup: Olympic mode, age caps for politicians and being nice to strangers

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about what it means to go into Olympic mode. And do you have a friend who's always in the right place at the right time? Plus, we unpack why Australia's oldest MP reckons people under the age of 36 shouldn't be in Parliament. When was the last time you thanked a bus driver? Research has found that very few of us are polite to transport workers. Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Anthony Locascio and comedian and podcaster Lauren Bonner.
8/25/202330 minutes, 5 seconds
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Is Japan's radioactive water safe for the ocean?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
8/24/202329 minutes, 47 seconds
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Grocery giants rake it in while Aussies struggle

Grocery giants are raking it in while many Australians struggle to afford the basics.  Plus, we break down the new plan to revive the troubled Murray Darling Basin.  And hardly any of us use cash regularly any more, but we unpack how a cashless society could affect groups who are already disadvantaged. Guests: Professor Gary Mortimer, QUT Business School Chris Berg, Blockchain Innovation Hub at RMIT University
8/23/202329 minutes, 29 seconds
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Should politicians be forced to retire?

There's heaps of discussion about whether there should be a retirement age for politicians here in Australia.
8/22/202329 minutes, 24 seconds
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Qantas hit with lawsuit over travel credit chaos

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
8/21/202329 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Shakeup: Swapping sides of the bed and our obsession with the Tillies

It's the Shakeup and we're chatting about your weird sleeping habits. Do you swap sides of the bed?  Plus, we're talking about the game that gripped the nation! Our Matildas playing in the World Cup finals. And I don't know about you, but we're still low-key pissed we're not getting a public holiday. Host Dave Marchese is joined by podcaster Josh Garlepp, and Sky Sports reporter and founder of Brown Girl Sport Miriam Walker-Khan. 
8/18/202329 minutes, 44 seconds
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What it means to be a showgirl in 2023

Ten young women competed at this year's Ekka to be named Queensland Country Life Showgirl for 2023. Does the award still have any meaning in the modern world? More and more retail and hospo workers, and even real estate agents, are using body worn cameras to deal with aggressive customers and clients. But there are warnings it might breach our privacy. And, what happened to the tens of thousands of women who took to the streets of Iran to protest a crackdown on wearing the hijab? Guests: Professor Peter Holland,  Swinburne University Marty Smiley, reporter
8/17/202329 minutes, 6 seconds
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Do sporting rituals help our team win?

There's so much excitement around the Matildas semifinal match against England in the World Cup. We hear from some of the fans ahead of the showdown. Also, the Matildas have their own sporting rituals before a game and so do fans, but do superstitions actually help us or our team? And national cabinet has met today in Brisbane and rental rights and reform was on the agenda. So, has anything changed? Guests: Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter Dr Keis Ohtsuka, psychology lecturer at Victoria University Shalailah Medhora, Hack political reporter
8/16/202329 minutes, 31 seconds
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The incredible moment missing Australian surfers were found alive at sea in Indonesia

Four Australian surfers have been found alive off the coast of Aceh in Indonesia after several days lost at sea.We find out about the incredible moment they were spotted by rescuers bobbing on  their surfboards. Plus, the woman at the centre of the deadly mushroom dinner that killed three people in Victoria has give a statement to the media. So how does she explain how this tragedy happened?  And, we hear about a push to introduce random drug and alcohol testing for politicians!  Guests  Maggie Raworth, reporter, Nine News Donna Lu, Science reporter, The Guardian Dr Nicole Lee, Professor (Adjunct), National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University
8/15/202329 minutes, 42 seconds
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Matildas inspiring next gen of football fans

Australia has made it through to the semifinals in the Women's World Cup, and Matildas-fever is at an all time high. The team's victory is inspiring players at a grassroots level.
8/14/202329 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Shakeup: What happens when the boss is away, OTT renting rules and is age subjective?

It's the Shakeup and we're asking you about the most over-the-top rules you've seen at a holiday rental or hotel.  Plus, do you feel younger or older than your actual age? And our boss has been away this week so we're chatting mischief and workplace dynamics. Host Dave Marchese is joined by Pedestrian Daily podcaster Louis Hanson and Today Show reporter Iza Staskowski.
8/11/202329 minutes, 38 seconds
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Is Australian research being covered up?

A lot of research and science that gets done in Australia gets silenced. It's called research suppression, and it can really impact early-career researchers and the environment.
8/10/202329 minutes, 30 seconds
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What this strange TikTok trend says about us

What's behind this TikTok trend that's turning us all into background characters in our own lives? Also, universities respond to claims they're not doing enough to crack down on sexual violence. And a plan to shoot feral horses from helicopters has fired up debate. Why are brumbies so controversial? Guests: Claudia Long, ABC political reporter Anthony Sharwood, author of The Brumby Wars Dr Edith Hill, Flinders University
8/9/202329 minutes, 30 seconds
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The father-son global expedition to document the climate crisis

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
8/8/202329 minutes, 13 seconds
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Young voters could sway the Voice outcome

When Australia votes in its first referendum since 1999 later this year, about 43 per cent of voters will be Gen Z and Millennials. We unpack how this could influence the outcome for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.  Plus, we journey to north-east Arnhem Land where the country’s biggest gathering of First Nations politics and culture — the Garma festival — has just wrapped up.  Guests: Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Dean Parkin, campaign director for Yes23
8/7/202329 minutes, 12 seconds
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The Shakeup: Lizzo lawsuit, bad neighbours and cinema etiquette

It's the Shakeup and we're chatting about the allegations made against Lizzo this week, which she claims are false and outrageous.  Plus, we're dishing the dirt on bad neighbours after a lotto winner in the UK got some pushback from his over plans to host a "mini Glastonbury" festival on his estate.  And have we lost our sense of etiquette when going to the movies or theatre?  Host Dave Marchese is joined by podcaster and presenter Nic Kelly, and Cheek Media CEO Hannah Ferguson.
8/4/202330 minutes, 14 seconds
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Is this super conductor discovery legit?

Did a South Korean research team just make one of the biggest physics breakthroughs of our time? Scientists around the world are scrambling to find out if bold claims about super conductor advancements are true — but there's a lot of skepticism and caution.  Plus, we break down the latest on Trump's indictment. And this week marks six years since a report exposed widespread sexual violence on uni campuses. What's changed?  Guests:  Emma Shortis, Social and Global Studies lecturer at RMIT Audrey Mims, Stop Campaign Simon Devitt, Centre for Quantum Software and Information, University of Sydney
8/3/202329 minutes, 24 seconds
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Owen Wright and Kita Alexander on the surfer's massive recovery

One of Australia's best surfers, Owen Wright suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2015. We catch up with him and his wife, singer-songwriter Kita Alexander, to hear what it took to be able to walk, talk, surf and win again. And amid growing concerns about gangland shootings in Sydney, a New South Wales Greens MP is calling for cocaine to be legalised to try to stop the violence.  Guests:  Surfer Owen Wright and singer-songwriter Kita Alexander Perry Duffin, Sydney Morning Herald crime reporter
8/2/202329 minutes, 26 seconds
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Is the Great Barrier Reef in danger or not?

UNESCO has decided not to label the Great Barrier Reef as 'in danger' which has environmentalists scratching their heads. Also, Australian runner Peter Bol was cleared of doping charges, with Sports Integrity Australia finally dropping its seven-month investigation. And classical music is trending with film soundtracks, study music and even trap beats all part of the classical comeback. Hack spoke to composers in their 20s who are making music. Guests Jodie Rummer, reef scientist Kieran Pender, lawyer and sportswriter, The Guardian  Stéphanie Kabanyana Kanyandekwe, ABC Classic
8/1/202329 minutes, 56 seconds
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Should the government have a duty of care to protect us from climate change?

Senator David Pocock says the government should be forced to consider whether new developments will increase environmental disasters before approving them. So he's introducing a bill to federal parliament that would impose a duty of care on the government.  Plus, we look at the issue of youth crime in Queensland — the state with the highest number of children behind bars. And it's time to gear up for the Matilda's high-stakes game against Canada in the FIFA Women's World Cup — if they lose, they're out of the comp.  Guests: Brooke Fryer, ABC journalist Senator David Pocock Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter
7/31/202329 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Shakeup: Doja Cat trolling fans, your notes apps, and weird rebrands

It's not the first time that Doja Cat has been snarky to her adoring fans, but has she gone too far this time?  We also discuss the embarrassing notes you keep on your phone that you don't think anyone will ever see.  And, Elon has rebranded Twitter to X, UFOs are now apparently "unidentified anomalous phenomena". What's the point of rebranding things that are also so recognisable?  Guests:  Etcetera Etcetera, entertainer Issy Phillips, journalist and writer at Pedestrian
7/28/202329 minutes, 59 seconds
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Move over Succession, these daughters are fighting to take over the family farm

As more women get into farming, it means that the tradition of the eldest son taking over is changing too. We meet some young female farmers who are looking to inherit the farm instead of their brothers. Plus, what it's like to be diagnosed with a rare and severe form of multiple sclerosis (MS) at 21, just as you're gaining independence in the world and learning about yourself.  And we also find out what went down at the US Congress's public hearings into UFOs! Is there really a cover-up?  Guests:  Dr Lucie Newsome, lecturer at the University of New England. Hannah Tague Dr Brad Tucker, ANU astrophysicist.
7/27/202329 minutes, 45 seconds
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How to cope with climate anxiety

Constant news and conversations about climate change can be pretty hard to deal with. How can you help your climate anxiety without totally disengaging with the issue? We also look at how will climate change impact tourism into the future, as extreme heat causes havoc and devastation across parts of the planet.  Plus, how could the construction union's calls for a super profits tax help address the housing crisis?  Guests: Zach Smith, CFMEU Susanne Becken, Professor of Sustainable Tourism at Griffith University Dr Beth Hill, Psychology for a Safe Climate
7/26/202329 minutes, 10 seconds
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The problems with not having a driver's licence

Whether it's finding someone to teach you or access to a car...getting your driver's licence can be super challenging. But how can not having a licence impact us long term?  Plus, Israeli politicians just passed a deeply controversial judicial reform bill. What does this mean for the country, where protests have been ongoing for months?  And a Senate inquiry looking at sexual consent laws in Australia has begun. Guests: Eve, student protester in Israel  Claudia Long, ABC political reporter Blake Angell, The George Institute for Global Health
7/25/202329 minutes, 14 seconds
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What palliative care for young people looks like

Young people with life-limiting illnesses will soon be able to have consistent end of life care under a new plan launched by the federal government today.  And, casual workers are being given new rights to permanent employment in a move designed to improve job security.  Guests: Professor Rae Cooper, University of Sydney Andrew McKellar, Chief Executive of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sonia Fenwick, Canberra Grief Centre
7/24/202329 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Shakeup: World Cup fever, time blindness and is a thumbs up legally binding?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about the Matildas' nailbiting win over Ireland, whether a thumbs up could be seen as a binding agreement and do you reckon time blindness gives you permission to be late at work?  Hack host Dave Marchese is joined by presenter Olan Tekkers and sports presenter Dani Pirello.
7/21/202330 minutes
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Why this author is receiving death threats for writing about sex

A sex education book for teenagers has been removed from some shelves after retail staff were abused over it. We chat to Welcome to Sex co-author Yumi Stynes about the controversy. Plus, we preview the opening match of the FIFA Women's World Cup, which kicks off in Sydney with the Matildas taking on Ireland. And, we meet some young Aussies who are keeping traditions alive with rare and forgotten trades, including making saddles and brooms. Guests Yumi Stynes, author of Welcome to Sex and host of Ladies, We Need to Talk. Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter Andrew Wortes, third-generation broommaker and manager of the Tumut Broom Factory.
7/20/202329 minutes, 54 seconds
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A closer look at the University Accord

What's the issue with unis right now? A massive review into the sector — the Universities Accord — has its interim report in the wild and the government has okayed the first five recommendations.  One of the big ones is about expanding regional university centres, so we talk to students who already use the hubs in their towns and to the Education Minister about what's missing from the report.  Also, the writers' strike continues in Hollywood, with actors joining last week. What does this mean for the Aussie industry? Guests: Jason Clare, Minister for Education Elin Charles-Edwards, population geographer at the University of Queensland Remy Hii, actor
7/19/202330 minutes, 3 seconds
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Why Victoria doesn't want to host the Commonwealth Games anymore

Victoria has pulled out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, saying it's going to cost too much. The shock announcement had a mixed response — sporting groups are angry, but others think it's a smart economic decision. Also, the official arguments for the Yes and No campaigns for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum have been published today.  And, we go to a nature reserve in the Northern Territory where protesters are fighting to save it from being partially demolished to build houses. Guests:  Luke Beck, Associate Professor of Constitutional Law at Monash University David Rowe, Emeritus Professor of Cultural Research at Western Sydney University
7/18/202329 minutes, 6 seconds
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Ketamine could help people with depression

There's hope for people who've tried everything to treat their depression with a clinical trial finding one in five were almost symptom-free after taking regular low-doses of ketamine.  And you've probably heard of companies that are "kind to the planet" or "eco-friendly" but these phrases are basically meaningless according to the consumer watchdog, who are calling out greenwashing. Also, the FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off this week, and the Matildas are wondering why the prize money is much less than for the men's comp.  Guests: Chris Davey, Cato Chair of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne Jo Lauder, Hack reporter Anna Harrington, AAP sports journalist and Far Post co-host
7/17/202329 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Shakeup: WFH pay cuts, drying out and Barbie crazy

It's the Shakeup and we're talking taking time off booze, the Barbie movie craziness and whether you should get paid less if you work from home. Hack host Dave Marchese is joined by The Daily Aus deputy editor Em Gillespie and KISSFM newsreader Brooklyn Ross.
7/14/202329 minutes, 58 seconds
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Going grey in your twenties

Being young and having grey hair used to be a no no, but more and more young women in their 20s are looking in the mirror and liking what they see. They're getting louder on social media and they're known as the greyfluencers.  Also, if you could take a trip in a self-driving car, would you do it?  And a United Nations report has found that 735 million people are going hungry across the world. Guests:  Lucia Goldsmith,  Oxfam Australia Michael Milford, Professor of Electrical Engineering at QUT
7/13/202329 minutes, 35 seconds
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Steph lost more than her job when she came out as gay

Steph Lentz was sacked by a Sydney Christian school for being gay in 2021. Now she's written a book called In/Out and we speak to her about what it was like falling into love and out of the church.  Plus, the World Meteorological Organisation says last week was the planet's hottest on record. What can we expect for Australia's summer?  Guests: Steph Lentz, author  Greg Mullins, Emergency Leaders for Climate Action
7/12/202329 minutes, 20 seconds
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Got a shock at tax time?

Tax time can be wonderful when you get a nice little cash bonus in your bank account from a tax return. But some people who've had bumps in the past are getting hit with bills instead. We explain what's changed for tax this year. Access to abortion is going to get a whole lot better in August with the federal government announcing more doctors will be able to prescribe the medication option and more pharmacies will be able to sell it. And have you ever moved to a new place and found it hard to find some new mates? This is even harder in the country where it can be tough to find a new network.  Guests:  Josh Lee, financial advisor Dr Marlee Bower, research fellow at the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use
7/11/202329 minutes, 2 seconds
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What's next for the Robodebt royal commission

The Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme findings have been delivered, saying the scheme wasn't fair and recommending charges for some of Robodebt's architects. But what does it mean for victims and their families? And why are there hardly any Aussies in our music charts? We chat to someone who has crunched the numbers.  Guests: Bill Shorten, Federal Minister for Government Services Casey Briggs, ABC Data Analyst
7/10/202329 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Shakeup: Robodebt, cricket chaos and Musk vs Zuck

It's the Shakeup and we're unpacking the findings from the Royal Commission into Robodebt.  Plus, ANOTHER social media platform? We take a look at Twitter's new rival, Threads, which attracted 30 million users in a day.  And it's been a controversial week in the world of cricket with some drama between Australia and England.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by Marlee Silva from ABC Sport and comedian Josh Garlepp.
7/7/202330 minutes, 3 seconds
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What's with the big car obsession?

Have you noticed bigger cars are getting more popular? Sports utility vehicles — think 'soccer mum' cars — dominate roads right now and it could be bad news for the environment and safety.  Also, the AFL is investigating the illegal sharing of explicit pics of past and present players in a huge leak.  And, could we have found the wildest job? We meet the people braving croc-infested waters in the name of the environment. Guests: Associate Professor Asher Flynn, Monash University Max Laughton, Fox Sports
7/6/202330 minutes, 15 seconds
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When bulking up becomes a problem

Researchers are working to help treat people with muscle dysmorphia in Australia, which is when people think their muscles aren't big enough. Also, Bhutan is meant to be the happiest country in the world, but a lot of young people are leaving to move to Australia. And, a new study has found Aussie students don't actually care that much about Federation or Anzac history, and actually find it irrelevant to their lives. Guests: Jordan Martenstyn, the InsideOut Institute for Eating Disorders Avani Dias, ABC South Asia Correspondent Dr Kay Carroll, education lecturer at Western Sydney University
7/5/202329 minutes, 29 seconds
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Teenage brain scans could predict mental illness

Researchers have been scanning teenagers' brains over the last five years to see if they can predict mental health conditions. Also, why telling someone to "get a job" isn't really a solution for the long-term unemployed. And politicians have weighed in on the controversial stumping of English wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow in the second Ashes Test.  Guests: Professor Daniel Hermens, University of the Sunshine Coast Jayah Eades, research subject Lachlan McKirdy, sports reporter
7/4/202329 minutes, 37 seconds
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Why have young people been rioting in France?

Thousands of people — many of them teenagers and young people — have been protesting police violence in France. The riots come after a 17-year old was shot dead during a traffic stop. Also, finding your people as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community can be daunting, especially when you're in a small town. Safe spaces can make a huge difference. Plus, what happens in Darwin on the one night Territorians are allowed to use fireworks? The results can be crackers. And, meet Gunaikurnai woman Courtney Burns, who has just been named NAIDOC Youth of the Year. Guests: Matthew Dalton, Paris Correspondent for the Wall Street Journal Courtney Burns, NAIDOC Youth of the Year
7/3/202328 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Shakeup: Taking one for the team, Swift chaos and South Koreans are getting younger

It's the Shakeup and we're breaking down the stress, excitement and chaos that filled Swifties' hearts this week. Also, South Korea is changing the way it counts its citizens' age, meaning everyone will get a year or two younger. And we're asking about times you've 'taken one for the team' after a Belgian shot put thrower agreed to compete in the hurdles. Dave Marchese is joined by departing triple j journalist Ange McCormack and comedian Anthony Locascio.
6/30/202330 minutes, 18 seconds
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'Serious corrupt conduct'

The corruption watchdog in New South Wales has found former premier Gladys Berejiklian and ex-Liberal MP Daryl Maguire engaged in serious corrupt conduct when they were a couple.  Also, could opioids be doing more harm than good when it comes to relieving back pain? Some new research is casting doubt on whether this super strong med is that effective.  And, we speak to the Aussie firefighters who've been helping Canada through its worst wildfire season in modern history.  Guests: Paul Farrell, ABC investigative journalist Dr Caitlin Jones, University of Sydney
6/29/202329 minutes, 12 seconds
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Seeing Red over the Swift tix experience?

The nation's Swifties (four million apparently) dropped everything today hoping to score pre-sale tickets to the Eras Tour. What does this record demand mean for the ticket game and scalping laws in the future?  Also, should gambling advertising during sporting events be scrapped? Here's why it's something the government will have to consider. Guests: Jarni Blakkarly, Choice investigative journalist Associate Professor Alex Russell, Central Queensland University
6/28/202329 minutes, 25 seconds
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Why female surfers hijacked a mixed comp

Female surfers have flooded a mixed competition on the Gold Coast, snapping up most of the spots over frustrations about pay equality in the sport.  Also, there's growing pressure to change the law surrounding the use of spit hoods - masks designed to prevent spitting and biting - on children in police custody. Guests: Lucy Small, professional surfer Sean McKeown, Kirra Longboard Klassic director Latoya Rule, National Ban Spit Hoods Coalition coordinator
6/27/202329 minutes, 11 seconds
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How a caterer became Putin's worst nightmare

A powerful Russian mercenary threatened to march on Moscow, but 36 hours later it was all over. What does this mean for Putin? 
6/26/202329 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Shakeup: Titanic sub disaster, the 'no wash' movement and stop throwing stuff onstage

It's The Shakeup and we're breaking down the hectic twists and turns that gripped the world's attention after a tourism submersible visiting the Titanic wreck disappeared.   Also, how often should you wash your clothes? And why do concert-goers insist on throwing stuff at celebrities? Dave Marchese is joined by actor Jessica Marchi and political reporter at the Sydney Morning Herald, Michael McGowan.
6/23/202330 minutes
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Standing up to Elon Musk

Australia's very own eSafety Commissioner is demanding Elon Musk explain a surge in online hate being reported on the platform. Can Australia force one of the richest and most influential people in the world to do anything? Also, What Were You Wearing? is a not-for-profit group fighting to end sexual violence and drink spiking in Australia. They've lodged a petition with thousands of signatures in NSW Parliament to try and get hospitality staff better equipped to deal with spiking in venues. And how much does what we do after work impact our mood and our sleep? A lot. We find out how to use your before-bed time for a "mastery experience" like knitting, puzzles, crosswords. Guests: Julie Inman Grant, e-Safety Commissioner Dr Amantha Imber, organisational psychologist and TimeWise author
6/22/202329 minutes, 35 seconds
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What it's like to transition while living with the Taliban

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
6/21/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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Search for the missing Titanic submarine

It's the stuff of nightmares… a tourism submarine visiting the Titanic wreck has gone missing, with only 96 hours of oxygen supply for the passengers.  The Greens have teamed up with the Coalition to block a $10 billion housing fund and defer it until October. So, why did these unlikely bedfellows stop the vote, when so many Australians are facing a housing crisis?  And it feels like there's a lot of judgement about under-25s that have kids, but these young mums in regional Victoria are loving it.  Guests:  Max Chandler-Mather, Greens MP Eric Fusil, University of Adelaide Shipbuilding Hub
6/20/202329 minutes, 55 seconds
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It's official: The Voice referendum is on

Australians are one step closer to voting on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament with the Senate passing the special laws required to put on the referendum. For the Voice to be enacted, more than half of Australians will have to vote "yes" nationwide and four out of six of the states will also have to have a "yes" majority. We speak to First Nations Australians with different views on the change. Guests: Shalailah Medhora, Hack political reporter Mililma May, Kulumbirigin Danggalaba Tiwi woman and Uprising of the People CEO Ben Abbatangelo, Gunaikurnai and Wotjobaluk writer
6/19/202329 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Shakeup: Banning cats, the voting age and more Parli House allegations

It's the Shakeup, and we are sifting through the big issues, like should we ban pet cats once and for all? Why is politics such a difficult and sometimes dangerous place for women? And should we lower the voting age to 16? Host Jo Lauder is joined by Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell and The Conversation's deputy arts and culture editor Patrick Lenton.
6/16/202330 minutes, 1 second
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'Smart drugs' aren't making you smart

When you were studying in high school or university, did you ever use prescription drugs (like Ritalin) to help you stay up and get your work done? Some new research has found taking them may not make you work harder or smarter at all. Plus, Senator Lidia Thorpe made some shocking allegations in parliament this week. We break down how parliamentary privilege works. And, are you tuning out of the news? It looks like more than two-thirds of Australians are actively avoiding news with Gen Z women losing the most interest. Guests: Dr Elizabeth Bowman, Centre for Brain, Mind and Market, University of Melbourne Shalailah Medhora, Hack's political reporter Dr Sora Park, News & Media Research Centre,University of Canberra
6/15/202329 minutes, 19 seconds
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Should you tell your workmates if you get a raise?

A Melbourne woman says she was fired for telling her colleagues about her pay rise. What are your rights in this situation? Shark nets at beaches have been controversial for years and an environmental group reckons some of the animals caught aren't reported in government data. And Paul McCartney is working with AI to release a new Beatles track with John Lennon's voice. We take a look at how artificial intelligence is changing the music industry. Guests: Glen James, host of my millennial money podcast Andre Borell, Envoy Foundation Justin Shave, co-founder of Uncanny Valley
6/14/202329 minutes, 20 seconds
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What it would take to lower the voting age to 16

There's a new campaign launched  to lower the voting age in Australia from 18 to 16, but would it work and who would it benefit? 17-year-old Wah Nay Moo is hiding in the Thai jungle trying to escape the Myanmar military government. His cousin is trying to him into Australia, but with the backlog of humanitarian visas, it's a long and dangerous wait. And a Victorian report on mental health has found people who suffered "gross human rights violations" during treatment should be offered compensation by the state government.  Guests: Graham Thom, Australian refugee advisor for Amnesty International Simon Katterl, mental health consultant Intifar Chowdhury, ANU School of Politics and International Relations
6/13/202330 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Shakeup: Bequeathing bodies, Qantas casual and did we ask you Phil?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking … about the very unpopular "advice" being dished out by the Reserve Bank governor, how the PETA founder is bequeathing her body parts to world leaders and the new Qantas casual.  Dave Marchese is joined by actor and comedian Ruby Teys and SMH crime reporter Perry Duffin.
6/9/202330 minutes, 30 seconds
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The age of extreme protests

A lot of people hate disruptive protests, like throwing paint on a famous artwork or stopping traffic on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. But there's a good reason protesters are going to these extremes. On another extreme topic, the federal government has flagged new legislation to ban Nazi symbols including the public display of flags, on armbands and T-shirts. We also hear from some country folk getting their medical degrees so they can head back home and help out with rural doctor shortages. And did you see a crocodile overseas somehow managed to reproduce by herself? Yep. Didn't even need a man croc to help her. Guests: Dr Aiden Ricketts, Southern Cross University Josh Burns, Federal Member for Macnamara Billy Collett, Australian Reptile Park
6/8/202329 minutes, 5 seconds
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Needle spiking is happening in Australian venues

Have you ever been drink spiked? It's pretty scary. What about needle spiking? It seems like a crazy thing to happen, but there are reports of people who have been injected with a substance without their consent in Australian clubs and pubs. We hear from two friends who got needle spiked on a night out in Sydney, talk to experts about the problem and find out what you should do if you get spiked. Guests: Helena Conibear, chief executive of the the UK Alcohol Education Trust David Caldicott, ANU Medical School
6/7/202330 minutes, 1 second
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How to make it as an Aussie on Broadway

At the moment, Aussie performers are involved in more than 12 massive Broadway shows, and changes are coming to make it more accessible for people to audition than ever before. We hear from some of the stars leading the way. Have you ever considered moving back in with your family to help ease your cost-of-living costs? Now some people are moving back in with their parents and grandparents to ease their financial burden too.   And for a long time, people have assumed young people in the country fall behind their city peers because of socio-economic status, but it turns out there might be something else going on instead.  Guests: Dr Edgar Liu, Senior Research Fellow at the UNSW City Futures Research Centre Dr Philip Roberts, Associate Professor in Rural Education at the University of Canberra
6/6/202328 minutes, 55 seconds
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Surviving your worst skydiving fear

Have you ever thought what would happen if you jumped out of a plane skydiving … and the parachute didn't open? Brad Guy survived this worst-case scenario, with his family and close friends all watching him in freefall. We chat to him about his experience and the aftermath dealing with PTSD and mental illness. Also, more than 20 years after being jailed over the deaths of her four children, Kathleen Folbigg has been pardoned and released from prison in NSW. Guests: Brad Guy, author of Freefall Michelle Ruyters, RMIT's Bridge of Hope Innocence Project
6/5/202329 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Shakeup: Leadership fatigue, intern fails and please change history for me

It's The Shakeup and we're talking... Why do premiers and prime ministers keep quitting? What's the shadiest s**t you've ever done during an internship? And can you really rewrite your history on the internet? Dave Marchese is joined by influencer Alisha Aitken-Radburn and Zak Kirkup, National Indigenous Times ( plus former WA Liberal Party leader).
6/2/202329 minutes, 46 seconds
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Guess who else gets blue balls

It feels like there's always been this debate about whether blue balls is real or not. But there hasn't been a heap of scientific research about it… until now.  After years and an estimated $25 million spent on the case, a judge dismissed Ben Roberts-Smith's defamation claim against The Age, the SMH and the Canberra Times (plus journalists). The court found the newspapers proved the unlawful killings, bullying and domestic violence portrayed in the stories were true. And did you see that Air New Zealand is going to be weighing passengers? So why do they need to do this? Guests:  Jamie McKinnell, ABC reporter Wendy Zukerman, Science Vs host and executive producer Doug Drury, head of aviation at CQ University
6/1/202328 minutes, 56 seconds
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The problem with student placements

There are still heaps of uni students who have to take work placements to finish their degrees — especially in areas like teaching and healthcare. But it's sending some below the poverty line and is it really fair?  And the AFL has completed it's review of Hawthorn Football Club and made no adverse findings against former staff, despite some serious allegations of racism towards indigenous players and their partners at the club.  Guests: Professor John Evans, Swinburne University of Technology's Pro Vice-Chancellor of Indigenous Engagement Isaac Wattenberg, co-founder of Students Against Placement Poverty Christine Morley, Professor of Social Work QUT
5/31/202329 minutes, 3 seconds
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Is cozzie-livs stopping you treating yourself?

What's a little luxury in your life? In this current cost of living crisis, is putting yourself first something you can't find the cash for?  Also, the South Australian Government is cracking down on protesters which could see people fined up to $50,000 — or even three months in jail — for obstructing a public place. Plus, are you into breakdancing? It's the newest addition to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris and the fight is on to secure spots for Aussie competitors.  Guests:  Jane Monica-Jones, financial therapist Rachael Gunn, Australia's top-ranked B-girl
5/30/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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Are you ready for space wars?

The US says it's ready for conflict in outer space, saying Russia and China have left the nation "no choice" but to prepare for Milky Way warfare, but what would a fight in space look like?
5/29/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Shakeup: Racism in the media, praise kinks and sharing is caring

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Netflix banning password sharing, the generational praise divide and whether the media will ever improve in discussing race.
5/26/202329 minutes, 24 seconds
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The outrageous cost of ADHD diagnoses and should cops have tasers?

People are being charged $3K for an ADHD diagnosis and a 95-year-old grandma has died after being tasered by police in her nursing home.
5/25/202329 minutes, 51 seconds
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Free Assange, hospo horror stories and is Modi the 'most popular leader in the world'?

Will WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange ever be free? Plus, the new mental health training program for hospo workers. And is Modi really the 'most popular leader in the world'?
5/24/202329 minutes, 21 seconds
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Michael Hing on facing racism, Stan Grant exits and fighting fat-shaming

triple j Drive presenter Michael Hing tells us what it's like rocking up to work each day knowing you'll face racial abuse, Stan Grant leaves Q+A over racial attacks and hope for women with PCOS.
5/23/202329 minutes, 41 seconds
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Cocaine cowboys, office romances and big changes to buy now, pay later services

Aussies love cocaine, can office romances ever work and stricter rules for buy now, pay later services.
5/22/202329 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Shakeup: Biden ghosts Albo, social media causing chaos and big boss talks

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Biden cancelling on Albo last minute, f***ing up online and how much of your personal life should you share at work?
5/19/202329 minutes, 49 seconds
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A new record for the Titanic and whether you should spill on your mental health

The guy who oversaw the trial of Bruce Lehrmann has been temporarily replaced, the Titanic wreck has been fully visualised for the first time and should you tell your boss about your mental illness?
5/18/202329 minutes, 33 seconds
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Falls Fest cancelled, corporate tax cheats and drag story time won't be silenced

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
5/17/202329 minutes, 34 seconds
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Egg freezing, dumpster diving and what ever happened to KONY?

Young women are being targeted to freeze their eggs despite the science being unclear. Plus, what ever happened to KONY 2012? And how can you cut down on food wastage and save money?
5/16/202329 minutes, 42 seconds
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Tassie stadium chaos, the Queen is Dead and is D&D cool now?

There's mass protests over a new stadium in Tasmania, Dungeons and Dragons is taking off in FNQ and is it time for us to become a republic?
5/15/202329 minutes, 16 seconds
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The Shakeup: Eurovision, the budget and MrBeast buys the block

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Eurovision, the budget and the sign of the MrBeast.
5/12/202329 minutes, 22 seconds
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Aisha Dee, the disability royal commission is over and how to control your algorithm

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
5/11/202329 minutes, 37 seconds
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All you need to know about the federal budget

The federal budget has landed, but it doesn't seem to deal with the cost of living crisis facing young people. We ask the government some hard questions about their budget priorities. 
5/10/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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Flight delay horror stories and a rehab success

Should airlines be forced to pay us for delays and cancellations? Plus, the First Nations women's rehab providing culturally safe care.
5/9/202328 minutes, 50 seconds
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Deepfake porn, COVID is over and when was the last time you went to the dentist?

Deepfake porn is being made targetting Aussie women, COVID is no longer a public healthy emergency and when was the last time you went to the dentist?
5/8/202329 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Shakeup: Bali tourist tax, US writers strike and Charles' big day

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Bali's tourist tax, the US writers strike and Charles' big day.
5/5/202324 minutes, 25 seconds
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University staff on strike, NT student assault and mind-reading techology

Uni staff are on strike this week, a student has been assaulted in Darwin and is mind-reading tech nearly here?
5/4/202328 minutes, 55 seconds
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A modern coronation, TourettesTok and green light for NT fracking

Will the coronation reflect a 21st century Australia, how much do you know about Tourette's, and does fracking affect climate change?
5/3/202329 minutes, 9 seconds
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Vape crackdown and JobSeeker might rise … but just for older people

The federal government has announced massive vaping reforms ahead of the budget next week – so what’s changing? 
5/2/202328 minutes, 58 seconds
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Buying a house with a mate, Australia's most famous environmental fight and space junk

Have you ever considered buying a property with your sibling or a friend? The federal government is broadening out the eligibility for the Home Guarantee Scheme so now you can.
5/1/202329 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Shakeup: Speaking ill of the dead, hating on Tassie and are men messier than women?

Should Barry Humphries' history of transphobic comments be overlooked in death? Plus, why do people love to hate on Tasmania and one Sydney landlord is charging men more rent than women.
4/28/202328 minutes, 57 seconds
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How young women can make change, the cozzie livs crisis continues and ear plugs at gigs

How young women can make change, the cost-of-living crisis keeps getting worse and why you should wear ear plugs at gigs.
4/27/202329 minutes, 15 seconds
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HECS going up, meds going down, Sudan is in flames and the internet is changing how we speak

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
4/26/202328 minutes, 43 seconds
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Welcome to the missile age, accessible farming and young veterans

The army is entering the missile age, young veterans reflect on Anzac Day and a cane farmer who overcame the odds.
4/24/202329 minutes, 26 seconds
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The Shakeup: student debt stress, SpaceX fail and the world's worst proposal

The world's worst proposal, student debt stress and SpaceX's latest fail.
4/21/202329 minutes, 59 seconds
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Young people in politics, Future Commissioner and years-long waits for medical specialists

Young people are making a difference in local government, there's a Future Generations Commissioner and poeple are waiting years for medical specialists.
4/20/202329 minutes, 47 seconds
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RIP Father Bob, youth homelessness, Fox News pays billions and helping your struggling friends

RIP Father Bob, 28,000 young people are homeless, Fox News has paid billions to avoid court and how to help your friends when they're struggling with their mental health.
4/19/202329 minutes, 29 seconds
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Rental tech troubles, Victorian public drunkenness laws changed and hope for people with OCD

Rental apps are gouging renters, public drunkenness laws changed in Victoria and hope for people with OCD.
4/18/202329 minutes, 11 seconds
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Student debt skyrocketing, driving instructor harassment and Botox business is booming

The government has rejected a proposal to freeze student, the boom in Botox injections and we want to know if driving instructors are harassing learner drivers.
4/17/202329 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Shakeup: Workaholics, celebrity love lives, and Fyre Festival 2.0

What's it like being a workaholic? And Fyre festival is back for round two!
4/14/202329 minutes, 21 seconds
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Welfare debt collectors banned, Hillcrest survivor speaks and are you addicted to work?

The government's banning the use of debt collectors for welfare debts, a survivor of the Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy speaks publicly for the first time and what's it like being addicted to work?
4/13/202329 minutes, 51 seconds
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Tackling racial abuse in sport, UK vaping reforms and why do we care when celebrities break up?

AFL players keep getting racially abused, the UK government is planning to get a million smokers to take up vaping, and Taylor Swift's break up has us wondering why we care about celebrity relationships?
4/12/202329 minutes, 49 seconds
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Rich keep getting richer, Libs split over Voice, Kimberley crime and the ethics of immortality

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
4/11/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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What do if you eat a toxic mushie, rap banned at the Easter Show and silica making young tradies sick

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
4/6/202329 minutes, 41 seconds
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PM responds to the Liberal's opposing the Voice and widespread financial abuse

The Liberals will oppose the Voice and financial abuse is way more common than you'd think.
4/5/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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TikTok banned, trans rights, sterilisation in India and the housing crisis worsens

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
4/4/202329 minutes, 17 seconds
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Remembering Yunupingu, what it's like having parents in prison and why we need updated gun laws

Remembering one of Australia's most influential Aboriginal leaders, having parents in prison makes you six times more likely to be incarcerated and why we need to update our gun laws.
4/3/202329 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Shakeup: Cooked rental inspections, Elon's AI existential crisis and eSports in the Olympics?

Should eSports be part of the Olympics and Elon's 'freaked out' by AI.
3/31/202330 minutes, 10 seconds
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Olympic eSports, youth suicide, trans rights and UN climate duties

Gaming is coming to the Olympics, trans rights matter, our response to youth suicide is flawed and there'll be legal consequences for countries that harm the environment.
3/30/202329 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ticket sale struggles, kids vaping and Peter Bol tests negative

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
3/29/202329 minutes, 12 seconds
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Mass protests in Israel, youth advisors and there's water on the moon!

Hundreds of thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest their PM Benjamin Netanyahu, the federal government has established a new youth advisory panel and we found water on the moon!
3/28/202330 minutes
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Climate deal done, Labor dominance, #MeToo in Korea and how sweat could help your anxiety

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
3/27/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: Nazi salutes, bad speeches and back to school

Nazis outside parliament, anti-trans protest and the AFP tackled Senator Lidia Thorpe — WTF is going on?!
3/24/202330 minutes
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Voice question, NSW election and the worst birthday speech ever

The proposed question for the Voice referendum revealed, NSW goes to the polls and what if a speech at your birthday got you cancelled?
3/23/202330 minutes
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Darwin death, fish kill clean up and will Trump be arrested?

The NT government has announced changes to bail laws and new police powers after a young bottle shop worker was stabbed to death, fish kill clean up in Menindee and will Trump be arrested?
3/22/202330 minutes
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Climate ultimatum, prisoners' Voice and multicultural healthcare

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
3/21/202330 minutes
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Banning the Nazi salute, Gwyneth diet backlash and an arrest warrant for Putin

Victoria is banning the Nazi salute, Gwyneth Paltrow is facing backlash for new 'diet' and the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Putin.
3/20/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: The Hemsworth effect, Oscars goodie bags and the student who hated Italy

Oscar nominees being given parcels of outback land, that US exchange student and why the Hemsworths abandoning Byron could see property prices fall.
3/17/202330 minutes
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Chronic fatigue breakthrough, outback floods and funny-looking dinosaurs

Research into long COVID could help people with chronic fatigue, floods in northern Australia and how do we know what dinosaurs actually looked like?
3/16/202330 minutes
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Students in poverty, unpacking climate policy and why young sports stars struggle

Students are living in poverty due to the cost of living crisis, young sports stars struggling with their mental health and is the government doing enough on climate change?
3/15/202330 minutes
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Nuclear subs deal, AFL concussion class action and would you quit your job to sail to Greece?

The government has signed a $368 billion deal for nuclear submarines, the AFL is facing a concussion class action and would you drop everything to sail across the world?
3/14/202330 minutes
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15-minute cities, flying with a disability and how the pokies lobby influences state politics

How the pokies lobby got a NSW minister fired, the pitfalls of flying with a disability and why are people so angry about 15-minute cities?
3/13/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: Call me daddy, the $2 billion Yeezy problem and what's 'reasonable' overtime?

Prominent activist Sally Rugg is suing her former employer Kooyong MP Monique Ryan over the hours she was expected to work as Ryan's chief of staff. Plus, Adidas has $2 billion worth of Yeezy's that they don't know what to do with. And whether it's being called "daddy" or "good girl", what gives you the ick?
3/10/202330 minutes
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Mining that doesn't cook the planet, mating mice and WTF is a safeguard mechanism?

A look at the governments Safeguard Mechanism, mining to tackle climate change and mating mice.
3/9/202330 minutes
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Taking on the Taliban, young home owners doing it tough and hidden slavery in Australia

There's a journo in her 20's who's taking on the Taliban, home owners struggle to pay their bills and women are being forced into prostitution through human trafficking. 
3/8/202330 minutes
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How young people can save lives, a university smokescreen and do you really need insurance for that?

Right now there are thousands of Australians with cancer anxiously waiting for a potentially life saving blood stem cell or bone marrow donation, and adults under 35 can help.
3/7/202330 minutes
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We are Gen F***ed, lying to sell vapes and does COVID increase your risk of herpes?

Having COVID might increase your risk of getting herpes, online retailers have been lying to sell vapes and why we're Gen F***ed.
3/6/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: Sticky Fingers booted, AI love and why can't Gen Z use old tech?

Bluesfest has removed Sticky Fingers from their line-up after weeks of backlash. Plus, could you fall in love with a robot? And Gen Z can't figure out old school tech.
3/3/202330 minutes
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Special broadcast from the WorldPride Human Rights Conference

Cause for hope for global LGBTQIA+ rights, the first openly trans US senator, and living a double life because you can't come out to your family.
3/2/202330 minutes
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Removing nudes from social media, the 'post-romance' era and rockets ruining the ozone

Meta has announced a new tool to scrub nude images of children under that age of 18. Plus, rocket launches are damaging the ozone layer and are we living in the 'post-romance' era?
3/1/202330 minutes
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One year on from the floods and finally a tax rise that affects rich people

A major change to super tax breaks could reign in intergenerational inequality and one year on from the Lismore floods.
2/28/202330 minutes
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Pill testing in QLD, eating disorders and getting divorced in your twenties

The Queensland government has announced it will provide illicit drug testing. Plus, eating disorders are on the rise but the healthcare system isn't prepared for the crisis. And what's like to get divorced in your 20s?
2/27/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: Rewriting Roald Dahl, four-day work week and the cozzie livs crisis

Revelations that Roald Dahl's books have been made more politically correct has sparked outrage. Plus, is it ethical that Aussie companies are making mega profits in the middle of a cost of living crisis? And the benefits of a four-day work week
2/24/202330 minutes
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Josh Cavallo on being a LGBTQIA+ trailblazer and why we need more young male disability support workers

In 2021 Josh Cavallo made history by becoming the first out pro soccer player currently playing, so what's next for this inspiring role model? Plus, why we need more young men as carers.
2/23/202330 minutes
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Leaving Spacey Jane, Ukraine one year on, and why old people don't like new music

Leaving Spacey Jane, Ukraine one year on, and why old people don't like new music.
2/22/202330 minutes
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Laneway's accessibility problem, childcare workers struggling, and a teenager has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's

Laneway festival left disabled patrons feeling unwelcome, childcare workers are quitting in huge numbers and a teenager has been diagnosed with Alzeheimer's.
2/21/202330 minutes
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Zuckerberg's selling blue ticks and sky-high prices mean renters are moving back into share houses

Zuckerberg is introducing a feature no one wants or asked for: buying a blue tick for you Insta. Plus, the worsening rental crisis means more people are moving back into sharehouses.
2/20/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: Gay conversion 'therapy' ban, benign balloons, and are Gen Z the sexless generation?

Are Gen Z the "sexless generation"? Plus, gay conversation 'therapy' to be banned in NSW and the spy balloons that weren't for spying.
2/17/202330 minutes
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Coming out or not, earthquake aid, and what's the most eco-friendly meat?

What's it like being openly queer in the public eye? Australia will send $18 million to earthquake ravaged Türkiye and Syria. And what's the most eco-friendly meat?
2/16/202330 minutes
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Problematic polyamory, junior doctors class action, and the toxic aftermath of a train derailment

Poly people are unhappy with the Bachie, junior doctors are suing the government, and what the hell is happening with the derailed train in Ohio?
2/15/202330 minutes
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The future of space, dating in regional Australia, and what can be done to prevent drug deaths

What is the future of space travel? Can you find love in a regional town? And how do we stop people from ODing at festivals?
2/14/202330 minutes
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Refugee visas, reframing burnout and what's with all these spy balloons?

Around 19,000 refugees will soon be eligible to stay permanently, we need a better understanding of burnout, and why does the US keep shooting down 'spy' balloons?
2/13/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: God is they/them, the Voice and does driving a sports car mean you have a small package?

Is God they/them? What do First Nations people think of the Voice? And do men who drive sports car have small dicks?
2/10/202330 minutes
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Endo agony, Chinese spyware, and the young people making regional Australia better

Endo affects 1 in 9 women, so why don't we know more about it? Plus, the government's found a bunch of Chinese spyware in their buildings and we meet the young people improving regional Australia.
2/9/202330 minutes
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Zombie fungus, TikTok testing local creators, and is this your man?

Could killer fungi really turn us all into zombies like in The Last of Us? Plus, TikTok is testing local creators' patience and women reviewing their exes on social media could see them sued for defamation.
2/8/202330 minutes
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Türkiye-Syria earthquake, OpenPay collapse, and take me to your leader!

A powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake has rocked wide swathes of Türkiye and neighbouring Syria. Plus does the collapse of OpenPay spell the beginning of the end for buy now, pay later schemes?
2/7/202330 minutes
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Prescription mushies and MDMA, Chinese spy balloon, and the Voice to Parliament

Prescription psilocybin and MDMA allowed, the US shoots down a Chinese spy balloon, and the latest on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.
2/6/202330 minutes
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The Shakeup: ChatGPT, social jetlag, and should you have to see your grandparents?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… ChatGPT, social jetlag, and whether you should have to hang out with your audience?
2/3/202330 minutes
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Pell's funeral, painful health costs and a campaign to ban tan ads

Clashes outside Pell's funeral, the petition to ban advertising of tanning products on social media, and why an increasing number of people are being forced to put off important medical treatment.
2/2/202330 minutes
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Bringing back the dodo, nightclub discrimination, and the Robodebt royal commission

Bringing the dodo back from the dead, the Robodebt Royal Commission, and nightclub discrimination
2/1/202330 minutes
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ChatGPT, the gay glass ceiling, and the cold case divers

ChatGPT is creating shockwaves across society. So, what does the future of artificial intelligence hold? Plus, is there a 'gay glass ceiling'? And we join two cold case divers on their latest search.
1/31/202330 minutes
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A huge new cultural policy aimed at reviving the arts and inside Opus Dei-linked schools

The federal government has announced a massive new national cultural policy for the arts and we go inside the high schools affiliated with Opus Dei.
1/30/202330 minutes
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The Australian of the Year's special message for young people

Taryn Brumfitt has spent a decade advocating for body positivity.
1/26/202329 minutes, 41 seconds
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Sextortion and how scammers are targeting young people

Sextortion, where someone tricks or coerces you into sending sexual images of yourself and then threatens to share the images unless you pay up, is on the rise and its targeting teenage boys.
1/25/202330 minutes
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Why the PM is in Alice Springs and the tech job crunch

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has flown into Alice Springs today after days of pressure from the federal opposition and national media over crime and alcohol-fuelled violence in the town.
1/24/202330 minutes
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Andrew Tate's detention extended and dating app abuse in the spotlight

Divisive internet personality Andrew Tate will remain behind bars until the end of February after his appeal to be released was rejected last week.
1/23/202330 minutes
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Are fangirls crazy, or the backbone of the music industry?

From Beliebers to Beatlemaniacs, strong fanbases have been around for decades. 
1/20/20237 minutes, 6 seconds
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Your ancestry DNA could help solve a crime

Police overseas are using DNA databases from private ancestry companies to help solve crimes. Could it happen here too?
1/19/20236 minutes, 26 seconds
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One town's flood history helps neighboring communities

Northern Victoria's devastating floods, sees communities band together to pick up the pieces.
1/18/20234 minutes, 36 seconds
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When your friend's wedding sends you broke

What to do if you're expected to fork out thousands for someone else's big day.
1/17/202313 minutes, 10 seconds
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Locked up in an Iranian jail

Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert tells us her extraordinary story of surviving more than 800 days in an Iranian prison, locked up for crimes she says she didn't commit. 
1/16/202314 minutes, 18 seconds
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G Flip reflects on coming out as non-binary

A year after they came out as non-binary, music superstar G Flip brought us a powerful song unpacking their journey to where they are now.
1/13/202311 minutes, 57 seconds
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Are no female changerooms stopping women playing sport?

Sports changerooms: you get into your uniform there before your game, and shower there after. But for many female and gender diverse players, it's not that simple.
1/12/20235 minutes, 38 seconds
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Why do so many people have excruciating IUD insertions?

We're revisting one of the biggest stories of last year: why can getting an IUD inserted be excruciating?
1/11/202331 minutes, 40 seconds
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The relationship between horror films and chronic pain

There's scientific evidence that shows fear can trump pain in the brain, which could explain why some people with chronic pain enjoy slasher movies.
1/10/20235 minutes, 58 seconds
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After three La Niñas in a row, what weather does 2023 have in store for us?

Just as we're getting used to our lives being dictated by La Niña, a different weather phenomenon may be on its way.
1/9/20235 minutes, 29 seconds
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"Mentally sick, physically thicc": how therapy memes help us

The youth mental health crisis ain't getting any better, but memes are helping some young people lighten the load.
1/5/20236 minutes, 33 seconds
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Would you drink synthetic milk?

Would you drink milk that's grown in a lab?  It could be on supermarket shelves in the next couple of years.
1/4/20236 minutes, 10 seconds
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Can citizens fix a government's climate policy?

In 2019, 150 French citizens were asked to come up with their country's climate policy and told that their ideas would be adopted. Did it work?
1/3/202339 minutes, 32 seconds
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Why you can't pay attention

Do you really struggle to pay attention? You might think you just have no self-control, but experts say it's not your fault.
1/2/202314 minutes, 4 seconds
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'Black Snow' TV series filmed in rural Australia tells of dark past

We went on to the set of a new murder mystery series filmed in rural Australia that delves into Australian South Sea Islander history. 
12/29/20226 minutes, 47 seconds
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How does #farmtok help young people on the land?

From an isolated paddock to the screens of millions, young farmers are taking off on social media. 
12/28/20226 minutes, 28 seconds
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Can artificial intelligence... feel things?

We're revisiting one of the creepier stories we ran this year: remember when a Google engineer said he reckoned one of the company's artificial intelligence systems was sentient?
12/27/202212 minutes, 35 seconds
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20 years ago, Mitch survived the Bali bombings

20 years ago, 18-year-old Mitch was on a dream trip in Bali with his brother and best mates. His life changed in an instant after a bomb went off metres from where he was standing. in Kuta in October 2002 with his brother Jake and some mates. There life would never be the same again after surviving the deadliest terror attack against Australians. 
12/26/202223 minutes, 29 seconds
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Narrabri Gas Project cleared despite Gomeroi traditional owners not consenting

The National Native Title Tribunal has paved the way for the controversial Narrabri Gas Project to go ahead, rejecting a novel climate change argument that traditional owners had hoped would stop the development.
12/22/20228 minutes, 5 seconds
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Better call Saul

Saul Griffith has an ambitious plan to save the planet. And it all begins at home.
12/21/202245 minutes, 41 seconds
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Ellidy lost her soulmate. Then they had a miracle baby

After her partner died, Ellidy was given hours to make a life-altering decision: would she use his sperm to try for the baby they'd always wanted? 
12/20/202216 minutes
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Dancing to forget the pain of war

On top of the death and destruction, the war in Ukraine has also had a huge impact on youth culture and the music industry. 
12/19/20225 minutes, 23 seconds
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Has Anthony Albanese kept his election promises?

It's been over six months since Labor won the federal election and Anthony Albanese became Prime Minister.
12/18/20228 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Shakeup: Best & worst of 2022

It's been a wild old ride hasn't it so this episode we are lookin' back with a big ol' telescope at 2022, the BEST and the WORST.
12/16/202230 minutes, 1 second
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The Shakeup: what did politics mean for young people in 2022?

We started this year with one government and we're ending it with a different one. 
12/15/202228 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Shakeup: a crazy 12 months in the online world

2022 brought huge changes for social media platforms, viral songs we'll never get out of our heads and a kid who shot to fame just for loving corn!
12/14/202229 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Shakeup: Getting back to 'normal' in 2022

We've heard the phrase 'getting back to normal' HEAPS over the past year, but what is 'normal'?
12/13/202229 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Shakeup: cultural moments that defined 2022

The slap, Spitgate and one hell of a theme song: this is what captured the cultural zeitgest this year.
12/12/202229 minutes, 35 seconds
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The Shakeup: Royal doco, sleeping at work, unscripted kiss

Prince Harry and Meghan's new doco premiered this week, revealing some hectic treatment from the Royals. Plus Elon Musk has been accused of converting Twitter offices into bedrooms, and Margot Robbie's 'unscripted kiss' with Brad Pitt has raised some eyebrows. 
12/9/202229 minutes, 43 seconds
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Have you ever been drink or needle spiked?

This year, we've heard an increasing number of stories involving drink spiking, needle spiking, and non-consensual drugging. Now, we want to hear from you. 
12/8/202210 minutes, 56 seconds
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Meet the Iranian rapper facing execution

His lyrics inspire activists around the world but anger Iranian officials.
12/8/20225 minutes, 5 seconds
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Overhaul of federal environmental laws

Environmental groups have welcomed an overhaul of Australia's environmental laws.
12/8/20226 minutes, 52 seconds
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Farewelling Bridget Hustwaite

Our bright and bubbly mate Bridget Hustwaite is hanging up her headphones and farewelling triple j. 
12/8/20225 minutes, 29 seconds
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Making music near a coal mine

These young traditional owners have lived opposite the Carmichael Mine for more than a year. 
12/7/20226 minutes, 30 seconds
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What your fave song says about your relationships

New research has found that the lyrics of our favourite songs can say a lot about how we behave in our closest relationships.
12/7/20225 minutes, 49 seconds
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Second young person dies from Meningococcal

What's going on with Meningococcal?
12/7/20226 minutes, 23 seconds
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Indonesia's new sex laws

Indonesia's looking to ban sex outside of marriage and the punishment could be jail time.
12/7/20228 minutes, 21 seconds
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Why sperm counts are dropping globally

Male fertility rates  around the world have dropped by more than 60 per cent in the last 50 years. It's got experts, business people and governments around the world super worried.
12/6/202230 minutes, 6 seconds
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Coalition faces 'existential crisis'

The Liberal and National parties face a fight for their political life because they've failed to attract voters under the age of 40, according to the Australian Electoral Study.
12/5/202212 minutes, 42 seconds
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Social media ban improves performance

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold banned his players from using social media during their record breaking World Cup campaign, so did it work? Scientists say 'absolutely'. 
12/5/20225 minutes, 44 seconds
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Getting help for an eating disorder

Eating disorder support services can't keep up with demand, after a spike in the number of people seeking help after the pandemic. 
12/4/202210 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Shakeup: Balenciaga saga, Socceroos and work friends

We're diving into the Balenciaga saga, forming friendships at work and suddenly every one in Australia is a fan of the Socceroos as they make it to the knockout round of the World Cup. 
12/2/202229 minutes, 54 seconds
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Identifying with disability

More than four million Australians have some form of disability. That's about one in five of us.
12/1/202231 minutes, 40 seconds
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Parliament condemns Scott Morrison over secret ministries

Parliament has made the highly unusual and highly embarrassing move of censuring a former prime minister.
11/30/20228 minutes, 9 seconds
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Getting your hands on a vape could get harder

The government wants to stop teens vaping by bringing in new rules, like banning flavours and introducing plain packaging.
11/30/20224 minutes, 46 seconds
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Is the night shift destroying your health?

There are concerns that working the night shift can be detrimental to human health. 
11/30/202213 minutes, 55 seconds
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The impact of the Nationals' Voice veto

We don't have all the details of the Voice to Parliament yet, but already one major party has declared it won't support it.
11/29/202214 minutes, 10 seconds
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Rental crisis continues to worsen

Young people are facing financial stress as the rental squeeze continues to tighten across the country. 
11/29/20226 minutes, 56 seconds
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Are delivery drones REALLY going to become reality?

Should a drone really be able to deliver your HSP?
11/29/20227 minutes, 23 seconds
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Inclusion of gender-diverse players in community sport

Gender-diverse players say policies about hormones in some community sports make it hard to find a space where they're safe and included. 
11/28/202216 minutes, 20 seconds
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Chinese protesters clash with police

Significant protests have swept across China's mainland, with some calling for an end to COVID-19 restrictions and others for the removal of the president.
11/28/202212 minutes, 19 seconds
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Hack

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
11/25/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: World Cup, superstitions, and breakups on social media

It's the Shakeup and we're talking...
11/25/202229 minutes, 24 seconds
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Are young voters being heard in the Victorian election?

How in touch are the state's political parties with young voters ahead of the weekend's election?
11/24/202214 minutes, 57 seconds
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Living on the moon by 2030

NASA says astronauts will be living and working on the moon by the end of the decade.
11/24/20227 minutes, 15 seconds
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Preventing another Juukan Gorge

The federal government will legislate new protections for Indigenous heritage sites after Rio Tinto's destruction of a sacred rock shelter at Juukan Gorge in WA.
11/24/20225 minutes, 28 seconds
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The rise of social media 'conscious uncoupling' announcements

We've seen celebrities do it for years: making break-up announcements over social media. 
11/23/202211 minutes, 1 second
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Giving plastic a 'DNA' code

Australian researchers have a bright idea to make a highly polluting industry accountable by embedding a code in plastic that would trace it back to the manufacturer.
11/23/20227 minutes, 16 seconds
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Why regional access to abortion is so bad

Despite the procedure being legal all over the country, people outside the major cities face difficulties accessing abortions.
11/23/202211 minutes
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At least 162 dead in Indonesia earthquake

A 5.6 magnitude quake south-east of Jakarta has left at least 162 people dead, many of whom were children.
11/22/20227 minutes, 22 seconds
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Protesting at the World Cup

FIFA has banned players from wearing armbands to support the LGBTQIA+ community in Qatar, causing yet more controversy at this year's World Cup.
11/22/20229 minutes, 12 seconds
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How Lleyton's life changed when disability support came to town

Access to disability support in remote areas can be a huge struggle, but one young Norfolk Island resident says having decent support has changed his life. 
11/22/20226 minutes, 14 seconds
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Mozzie populations are growing after a wet start to summer 

Flood-ravaged areas are being warned more mozzies are on the way, and they're enormous.
11/22/20225 minutes, 21 seconds
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Regulating "buy now, pay later" schemes

While most people have a pretty positive experience, a lot of young Australians are "racking up unaffordable debts" through "buy now, pay later" companies. New government regulations, such as credit checks, could soon become a part of the application to access companies such as Afterpay and Zip. Live guests: Stephen Jones, Minister for Financial Services Melissa Browne, financial educator
11/21/202216 minutes, 47 seconds
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Young, in love and in danger

Young people have shared their experiences of dating in their teenage years, including some who said they were at risk of death at the hands of their partner. 
11/21/202211 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Shakeup: Trump's back, phubbing, and disappointing rewards

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Emma Gillespie, presenter and journalist at Mamamia, and KIISFM newsreader Brooklyn Ross.
11/18/202230 minutes
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The threat of young, single women

Conservatives are worried that young, single women are threatening right-wing politics. Plus, lowering the age of independence for Centrelink payments, and why a billion young people are at risk of hearing loss. 
11/17/202230 minutes
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How phubbing hurts relationships

The etiquette around phubbing, or snubbing the people you're with to look at your phone. Plus, NSW's Central West is flooding, Iran has sentences a protester to death, and music festivals are struggling to survive a run of bad luck.
11/16/202230 minutes
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COVID's making a big comeback

COVID cases in Australia have increased by almost 50 per cent over the past week. Plus, inflation is piling extra debt onto students, and the global population has hit 8 billion.
11/15/202230 minutes
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From $25 billion to zero

The man known as the "King of Crypto" has lost a $25 billion fortune in just a few days. Plus, leaked audio reveals Queensland police staff in racist conversations, and Ukrainian troops have taken the southern city of Kherson.
11/14/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Male contraceptives, Medibank hack, and talking to strangers

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with The Daily Aus's Sam Koslowski and comedian Nina Oyama.
11/11/202230 minutes
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Talking to strangers is actually healthy

Research has found talking to strangers can improve your wellbeing. Plus, the controversy over the exploitation of migrant workers at this year's Qatar World Cup, and some tips for recycling properly.
11/10/202230 minutes
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Student claims exam question trolled her

A Sydney University law student reckons an exam question may have trolled her for her conservative political beliefs. Plus, hackers have posted Medibank customer's personal information, and Dylan Alcott has launched a new employment website. 
11/9/202230 minutes
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Monkeypox's new vaccination race

The race is on to get as many at-risk people vaccinated against monkey pox before World Pride next year. Plus, the US mid-term elections are underway, a NSW parliamentary inquiry has found the treatment of First Nations fishers "unacceptable", and there's a blood moon tonight.
11/8/202230 minutes
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Inquiry into 'broken' immigration system

The federal government has ordered a review of the migration system, saying it's currently broken. Plus, TikTok is allowing Sportsbet to run gambling ads, and COP27 has begun in Egypt.
11/7/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Twitter takeover, close-minded Gen Zs, and stealing jokes

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Pedestrian Daily podcast host Louis Hanson and actor and comedian Samantha Andrew.
11/4/202230 minutes
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Major admission in Robodebt inquiry

Hearings of the royal commission into the automated debt-recovery scheme known as Robodebt have started. Plus, more young people are getting their faces tattooed, and Brazil has elected a new government.
11/3/202230 minutes
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Will these warnings stop you gambling?

Australia is cracking down on gambling companies with product warnings like "Chances are you're about to lose". Plus, the American rapper Takeoff has been shot dead at a party, a TikTok comedian has been found guilty of encouraging criminal behaviour, and rallies for Cassius Turvey are being held around the country.
11/2/202230 minutes
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Elon Musk's rocky first week at Twitter

Elon Musk's plans to shake up Twitter after buying the platform for $68 billion. Plus, the relatives of former Islamic State fighters are returning to Australia from detention camps in Syria, and a tiny Tasmanian town is finally getting piped water it can drink.
11/1/202230 minutes
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Why this tiny device can be so painful

IUDs are one of the safest and most effective contraceptives out there, but the process of having one inserted can be excruciatingly painful. Here's why — and why there's not more access to pain relief.
10/31/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: the Budget, Kanye, and climate protests

Join Hack's Ange McCormack with actor Remy Hii and political lobbyist Alisha Aitken-Radburn.
10/28/202230 minutes
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The tragic death of Cassius Turvey

The alleged murder of an Indigenous schoolboy in Perth has sparked anger around the country. Plus, the Socceroos are protesting Qatar's human rights record and the trial of Bruce Lehrmann has been torpedoed.
10/27/202230 minutes
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What's in the Budget for young people

We've combed through the Budget papers to find out what it means for young people, including those in rural and regional Australia.
10/26/202230 minutes
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#MeToo has hit a wall of legal action

The law is silencing women who want to speak about their experiences of sexual harassment and assault. Plus, the remarkable story of a trans woman's journey from homelessness, and the UK has a new PM.
10/25/202230 minutes
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Rental DIYs and your rights

Have you ever skipped asking the landlord for permission and fixed up your rental yourself? Plus, the crisis of missing Indigenous women, and climate protesters attacking art.
10/24/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Liz Truss, sportswashing outcry, and the BOM

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with News Corp court reporter Eliza Barr and writer, commentator and former WA Liberals leader Zak Kirkup.
10/21/202230 minutes
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Millions on the verge of famine

In East Africa, one of the worst droughts in memory has left millions without food. We hear from people on the ground in Somalia and their friends and family in Australia, as well as experts and politicians.
10/20/202230 minutes
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Our hospitals are still restraining mental health patients

Experts say mechanical and physical restraints are being over-used in our mental health care system. Plus, Canberra pill testing has discovered a new ketamine-like drug, and we explore the truth behind "core memories".
10/19/202230 minutes
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The Lehrmann rape trial's final day

The trial of the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins is wrapping up. Plus, Musicians Australia wants a $250 minimum fee for gigs, and we look at who's most at risk of losing their job if the economy falters.
10/18/202230 minutes
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Why teachers are quitting the classroom

Record numbers of teachers are quitting the profession, Tasmania and Victoria are experiencing major flooding, and Star Casino is having its licence revoked. 
10/17/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Working from home, mateship, and unwanted gifts.

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Mamamia presenter and journalist Em Gillespie and social media sensation Olan Tekkers.
10/14/202230 minutes
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Campaign to criminalise stealthing

There's calls for nationally consistent laws around the non-consensual removal of a condom during sex. Plus, we speak to a young person in Iran about their country's ongoing protests.
10/13/202230 minutes
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Twenty years on from the Bali bombings

To mark 20 years since the Bali bombings, we speak with survivors about the events of that night and the years that followed.
10/12/202230 minutes
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Anxious before work? You're not alone

Research shows most adults get anxious before the start of the work-week. Plus, the situation in Ukraine is rapidly escalating, and most Australians soon won't have to isolate when they get COVID.
10/11/202230 minutes
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Ellidy lost her soulmate. Then they had a miracle baby

Ellidy Pullin has written a book about losing her partner of eight years, and then having his baby via IVF. Plus, the government is planning to cut taxes.
10/10/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: The misogyny speech, buyer's regret, and unfriending

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with broadcaster and journalist Alice Matthews and influencer and model Christian Wilkins.
10/7/202230 minutes
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When you can't afford you friend's wedding

How to tell your friend you can't afford their big day, without ruining the friendship, plus what's need to fix the dire shortage of rural GPs.
10/6/202230 minutes
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A new life for Looking for Alibrandi

Looking for Alibrandi comes back to life on stage, new guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in Australia, and saltwater crocs have finally returned to peak population numbers, but there is a plan to remove some large crocs from Far North Queensland.
10/5/202230 minutes
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Disturbing dating app details

Three quarters of dating app users have experienced online sexual violence, plus young women are disillusioned with politics, the government wants to protect more land, and here's what happened when France asked ordinary citizens for climate policies.
10/4/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Optus hack, true crime shows, and weird habits

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with writer, director and performer Eliza Reilly and KIIS FM newsreader Brooklyn Ross.
9/30/202230 minutes
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Hold on, a global recession is looking likely

The value of the British pound has tanked, Italy has elected a far-right leader, young miners are digging for opals, and true crime shows are being accused of profiting from trauma.
9/29/202230 minutes
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A watchdog to restore your faith in politicians

The government has presented plans for an anti-corruption watchdog, Queensland is quitting coal by 2035, and a sleep scientist tells us how to sleep.
9/28/202230 minutes
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UN calls out Australia for climate inaction

The UN has ruled government climate inaction violates human rights, plus the fuel discount will soon end, Tasmanians are pushing for their own AFL team, and NASA is testing our planetary defences.
9/27/202230 minutes
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Time out for concussion in sport

Protests in Iran have turned deadly,  almost 10 million Australians see their personal data exposed, and a new podcast investigates the devastating impact of concussions in sport.
9/26/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Airline food, Russia's mobilisation, and inappropriate work outfits

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Daily Telegraph journalist Perry Duffin and podcast host Elfy Scott.
9/23/202230 minutes
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Hawthorn rocked by racism allegations

Claims of bullying and racism at Hawthorn are being investigated, ABC analysis shows how bad the rental crisis is getting, and a new film series dives into Australia's frontier wars.
9/21/202230 minutes
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Robodebt victims are getting tiny payouts

Members of the Robodebt class action are getting their payouts, a new documentary tells the story of the battle to save the Amazon, and Serial's Adnan Syed has been released from jail.
9/20/202230 minutes
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Dave Marchese interviews the executive producer of The Territory, Txai Suruí.

Dave Marchese interviews the executive producer of The Territory, Txai Suruí.
9/19/20220
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Is synthetic milk the whey forward?

Lab-grown milk is coming, a complaint has been filed over the census, attitudes to vitiligo are changing, and politicians are getting more awkward on social media.
9/19/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: King Charles, the day of mourning, and baby names

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with former WA Liberal leader Zak Kirkup and comedian and social media identity Aurelia St Clair.
9/16/202230 minutes
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They toppled a president — now they're being arrested

Sri Lanka's protest movement is the target of a government crackdown, a historic flag is stoking anger in Cooma, and Patagonia's owner is giving the company away.
9/15/202230 minutes
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What women want (from the Liberals)

The Liberal Party is trying to win women back, organisers cancel festival after La Nina confirmed, and Melissa Caddick inquest begins.
9/14/202230 minutes
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The Gomeroi people's decade-long battle

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.
9/13/202230 minutes
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Ukraine strikes back

Ukraine's forces launch a counter-offensive, Indigenous elders reflect on the Queen's death, and Australians with addictions face long wait lists for rehab.
9/12/202230 minutes
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The end of an era

To mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II, we're bringing you a special episode of Hack, with perspectives from around Australia and across the globe.
9/9/202230 minutes
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Why so many men are so bad at breakups

How men and women respond to breakups differently, NZ's push to make official language easier to understand, and the Climate Bill passes the Senate.
9/8/202230 minutes
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Working four days and getting paid for five

Employers are trialling the "four-day week", a young Samoan activist is calling for climate action, and meet our current youngest federal MP.
9/7/202230 minutes
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The Boris is gone. Long live the Liz

Britain has a new prime minister, thousands of Australians are stranded in Bali, and a study is using simple saliva tests to detect preventative diseases.
9/6/202230 minutes
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Artist uses AI to win competition, angering other artists

Artwork created by AI wins art prize, meet the Australians who own pet crocs, and government to investigate TikTok data harvesting.
9/5/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Sexist students, meaningful work, and Leo's breakup

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Forbes Australia writer and social editor Emily Vernem and musician Raph Dixon.
9/2/202230 minutes
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Sexual harassment is rife in Australian music

An investigation has painted a horrible picture of how women are treated in the music industry, plus the latest from the national jobs summit, and getting to sleep with brown noise.
9/1/202230 minutes
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The latest sexual violence stats are full-on

New research into sexual violence tells an awful story, plus the curious science of doppelgangers, and what to expect from the national  jobs and skills summit.
8/31/202230 minutes
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Quitting your job for climate change

Australians who've quit their jobs over climate change, calls to scrap COVID isolation, and Chris Dawson found guilty of murdering his ex-wife.
8/30/202230 minutes
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Revisiting the flood victims, six months on

Northern Rivers flood victims say they're being forgotten, students have walked out of a consent lesson, and Victoria will pay for your nursing and midwifery studies.
8/29/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Queerbaiting, getting paid in fruit, and celibacy TikTok

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with social media sensation Olan Tekkers and artist and entertainer Etcetera Etcetera.
8/26/202230 minutes
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'Robodebt' finally gets a royal commission

The government has announced a royal commission into the unlawful debt recovery scheme known as "Robodebt", and some young people with healthy, active sex lives are deciding to give up sex. Here's why.
8/25/202230 minutes
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Getting told your rental is 'unliveable'

Getting booted from your rental after filing a maintenance request, how financial stress impacts mental health, and the creepy, creepy sound of a black hole.
8/24/202230 minutes
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Secret ministries 'undermined' government

Scott Morrison's extra ministry appointments "fundamentally undermined" responsible government, more single-sex schools are going co-ed, and the impact of the Ukraine war on the country's rave scene.
8/23/202230 minutes
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Dude, where's my electric car?

Why electric cars are still hard to get, what it's like being a young carer, and the future of Australia's beautiful Baaka or Darling River.
8/22/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Many hats Morrison, death chats, and partying politicians

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Pedestrian Daily podcaster Louis Hanson and Mashable journalist and Queens of the Drone Age podcaster Amanda Yeo.
8/19/202230 minutes
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The forgotten war nobody's talking about

Young people in Myanmar are fighting a civil war no-one is talking about. The ancient Tasmanian tradition of mutton birding may die out. And what's with young people getting into naturism?
8/18/202230 minutes
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Why it's so hard to go to the doctor for free

Trips to the GP are about to cost more. The NSW government may relocate people in flood-affected towns. And scientists say they can bring back the Tassie Tiger from extinction.
8/17/202230 minutes
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Putting the fun back in funeral

Ever talked about what funeral you want? Now there's an app to make death planning easier. Plus, a Tasmanian council has voted to remove a statue of a former premier with a dark colonial past. It's the first time this has happened in Australia, with some calling the decision a "small step to reconciliation".  And new research has found the average rental house in Australia falls below the minimum healthy temperature for most of the day in winter. Live guests: Greg Lehman, historian at the University of Tasmania Joel Dignam, founder of Better Renting Lisa Herbert, death awareness advocate and author of The Bottom Drawer Book
8/16/202230 minutes
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ScoMo's secret side-hustle

The former prime minister secretly swore himself in as joint minister three times.
8/15/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Group chats, pay rises, and Andrew Tate

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Guardian journalist Rafqa Touma and reporter, presenter and podcaster Marty Smiley.
8/12/202230 minutes
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Trump's home got raided — and he's not happy

It's been linked to the possible mishandling of government secrets by the former president.
8/11/202230 minutes
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The mining industry's sexual abuse problem

A reporter alleges she was groped after a mining conference. Now she's calling for industry-wide change.
8/10/202230 minutes
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The monkeypox vaccine is here — and so are stigma fears

Australia's monkeypox vaccine rollout has started this week, with groups most at risk getting priority. That includes men who have sex with men, raising concerns about stigma in the community. Plus, are we doing sex education wrong? Sexual offences prosecutor Katrina Marson has written a book about seeing the same cases and over and over again, and the power of sex-ed to turn this around. And CSIRO researchers have identified 139 new species in the past year, including an ant that "babysits" caterpillars. Live guest: David Mack, senior reporter BuzzFeed Katrina Marson, lawyer and author of "Legitimate Sexpectations: The Power of Sex-ed" David Yeates, director of the Australian National Insect Collection at the CSIRO
8/9/202230 minutes
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Listen to this pod and your dreams will come true

Have you seen those manifestation videos on TikTok? Here's what's behind the trend and why it's exploded recently.
8/8/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Quiet quitting, cheating sites, and shoeys

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… The rise of quiet quitting, students using cheating sites that answer their assignment questions, and the controversy over "doing a shoey". Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Mamamia journalist Em Gillespie and comedian Will Gibb.
8/5/202230 minutes
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Getting a tatt to tackle trauma

Have you got a tattoo? People get tattoos for lots of reasons, from looking good to reminding themselves of someone, or because they made a bad decision on a big night out. We hear from a Tasmanian man who says his tatts are a creative coping mechanism - and may have even saved his life. Plus, Australian photojournalist Andrew Quilty has published a book about America's last days in Afghanistan, titled August in Kabul. And it's been a momentous week in Parliament, with the government's historic climate change bill passing the lower house after being amended by the Greens. Live guests: Grant Blashki, lead clinical advisor at Beyond Blue Andrew Quilty, photojournalist Claudia Long, reporter triple j Hack
8/4/202230 minutes
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Side-hustling to make ends meet

US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has visited Taiwan as Chinese government officials warn "those who play with fire ... will perish by it". So why is the trip so controversial? Plus, things are getting more expensive and heaps of Australians are struggling to make ends meet. What kind of impact is this having on your life? We chat to young people who have picked up extra jobs, sold their belongings, and generally found side hustles in unlikely places. Live guests: Natasha Kassam, foreign policy expert with the Lowy Institute Angela Jackson, economist with Impact Economics and Policy
8/3/202230 minutes
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Solving crimes with ancestry test DNA

How would you feel about helping to solve a serious crime, without doing anything at all? All around the world police are using DNA data sourced from public ancestry tests to solve crimes, and it could soon be happening here in Australia too. Here's how it works. Plus, young people from farming families can feel enormous pressure to follow in the family's footsteps, and take over the farm. We speak to a young farmer who swapped a life in the cities for a life on the farm, and has now written a book about this journey. And male thirst traps - they're everywhere! There's no shortage of men acting horny on TikTok to get more followers. So is this kind of peacocking pretty new for straight men? Live guests: Sarah Wayland, senior lecturer and missing persons expert at the University of New England Sam Vincent, young farmer and author of the book "My Father and Other Animals". Lavender Baj, Junkee senior reporter
8/2/202230 minutes
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The cheating boom at universities

After years of talking, consulting and debate, the Prime Minister has unveiled what he thinks should be the question we're all asked in a referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Many First Nations people and others are now feeling hopeful that we could see some real action on this issue very soon. So, what would the process look like, and when might it happen? Plus, since the pandemic changed the way we study and sit tests, there's been a huge boom in cheating websites. Heaps of Australian students are getting into what some call "study aids". And a group of explorers has uncovered Australia's deepest cave in southern Tasmania. Here's what they found at the bottom. Live guests: Carly Williams, ABC National Indigenous Affairs reporter Mario Christodoulou, ABC Background Briefing reporter Ciara Smart, Southern Tasmanian Caveneers
8/1/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Rainbow jerseys, Parliament's return, and Instagram's backflip

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… The drama over the NRL's first pride jersey, why everyone's annoyed with Instagram's changes, and the biggest moments from Parliament's first week back. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with sexologist Lauren French and Olympian Dom Clarke.
7/29/202230 minutes
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Why life feels so unaffordable right now

Brace yourselves: if you think stuff is expensive right now, it's going to get even worse by Christmas. The Treasurer has delivered some grim news about the outlook of Australia's economy, and predicted that inflation will peak in early December. So, what does that mean for your wallet if you're already struggling? Plus, you're probably recycling wrong. New research shows that recycling confuses a lot of us on bin night, and it's having a big impact on the environment. And - don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened: Neighbours is coming to an end. We look back on some of the most bizarre moments from Ramsay Street. Live guests: Eliza Littleton, research economist at the Australia Institute Bec Dahl, Neighbuzz podcast co-host
7/28/202230 minutes
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Is Insta doomed?

As war rages in the Ukraine, millions of displaced locals have fled their country to find safety. But for Ukrainians hoping to make it to Australia, a deadline is fast approaching: the Australian government's humanitarian visa program for Ukrainians will expire on Sunday. So, what does it mean for Ukrainians who might miss out? Plus, lots of people are hating changes to Instagram. The app is encouraging users to post and consume vertical videos, but critics say the changes have just resulted in a worse version of TikTok, and they’re calling for the "old" instagram to make a comeback. Live guests: Dr Olga Oleinikova, Senior Lecturer in Politics, UTS Associate Professor Matthew Sussex, ANU Bianca Beers, content creator Brad Esposito, Editor of Vice Australia
7/27/202230 minutes
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Should NRL players have to support pride?

Should NRL players be forced to wear gay pride uniforms? A decision by the Manly Sea Eagles to wear rainbow trimming on their jerseys led to seven players boycotting the match. Why is the NRL still struggling with LGBTQIA+ visibility, and how will the controversy impact young queer fans and players? Plus, Parliament's back! We get you up to speed on the new faces of Parliament, and what’s on the new government's agenda. And we take a look at the reality of working as a veterinarian in regional Australia. Live guests: Dr Nadine Hamilton, psychologist, Love your pet, love your vet Patrick Skene, sport and culture commentator Andrew Purchase, founder of Australia's first gay and inclusive rugby union team, the Sydney Convicts Claudia Long, Hack reporter
7/26/202230 minutes
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Splendour organisers address festival chaos

Cancelled headline acts, campers turned away, all-night bus lines and SO MUCH MUD. The first Splendour in the Grass back after two years of COVID was absolute chaos. We heard of staff shortages on the day, and extended capacities, and there was that crazy and unavoidable weather, but what really happened? We speak to one of the organisers.  Plus, psychedelics are still illegal in Australia, but people around the country are being drawn to the hope and hype that they can help treat a range of mental health illnesses, and are giving the drugs a shot. And some scientists say there’s heaps more work to do before these powerful drugs can be available to the masses.  And, why are there so few queer clubs in Australia, particularly in regional areas? In Tassie, there are none, after the one standing gay club closed down during COVID.   Live guests:  Jessica Ducrou, Co-CEO, Secret Sounds  Elise Worthington, journalist, Four Corners  Adele (delsi cat) Moleta, Queer inclusion specialist and owner of the LGBTQIA+ organisation, Unicorns
7/25/202230 minutes
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It's not just you, the vaccine did affect your period

Did your period change after you got the vaccine? Or was it the bout of COVID? Finally, there's some science on this – we talk directly to one of the researchers, and it turns out, it's happened in the past, too. Imagine having to save up to buy water. While it can be easy to take fresh water for granted when it's so readily available through much of Australia, that's not the case in many parts of the country. In some regions the taps run dry or the water source isn't clean. Some new research is paints a pretty concerning picture about how many Australians don’t have access to good drinking water.   And, after closed boarders and isolation, festivals are back! And so is the joy of singing along with masses of people. We find out why it feels so damn good to yell a tune with strangers. Live guests: Siouxsie Wiles, Bioluminescent Superbugs Lab, The University of Auckland  Astrid Jorgensen, Pub Choir 
7/21/202230 minutes
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London isn't built to be this hot

Europe is experiencing wild heatwaves and crazy weather right now, and temperature records are tumbling. France, Spain, Greece and Portugal have had been ravaged by forest fires, British authorities sent out a severe weather warning for the first time ever in summer (usually sent out just in winter), and the heat has caused hundreds of deaths already.  Also, Australia's election saw a change of government, a 'greenslide' and a lot of new independents. Labor took a 43 percent climate target to the election which will soon be debated, but it needs to get voted through the senate, which now hosts more Green Senators than ever before. Will they vote it through?  And, there’s some alarming news coming out from Tasmania that young people in detention are being kept in lockdown for up to 23 hours a day, for weeks on end.  Live guests;  - Adam Bandt, Greens Leader  - Dr Ailie Gallant, Monash University  - Greg Barnes, Chair of the Tasmanian Prisoners Legal Service
7/20/202230 minutes
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Welcome to Australia's first drug testing site

We've been hearing (and talking) about pill testing for ages. But today, the first pill testing clinic finally opened in Canberra, in a pilot program. We sent reporter Claudia Long down to find out how it works and what to expect, and it's actually doing way more than just running tests on drugs.   Plus, today a massive report was released to the public which laid out the state of the environment, and honey, it's not good. We take you through all the findings, from disappearing species to warmer temperatures. The Labor government has put the blame squarely on the former Coalition government but says it will start taking immediate action.  Live guests:  Bridget Hayes, DanceWize and Harm Reduction Australia   Tanya Plibersek, Minister for Environment  David Pocock, Independent Senator 
7/19/202230 minutes
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TikTok's data mining is worse than we thought

Imagine if someone was going through your phone, looking at your calendar, your contacts, your location, photos and more, without you even realising — because that's what TikTok is doing. A new report says TikTok's data harvesting abilities are even more expansive than previously realised. Speaking of TikTok, how do we stop procrastinating? Because all these distractions make getting stuff done super difficult, with more and more distractions popping up. We get some hard tips on getting sh*t done. Plus, even though Australia has about half a per cent of the world's population, we have about 20 per cent of the world's pokies. And the spread of poker machines is particularly high in regional areas, so it's no surprise that gambling issues are pretty bad — Victorians alone have lost $66 billion in 30 years. Live guests: Dr Marisa Paterson, former director of the Centre for Gambling Research at ANU Ben Kenyon, Internet 2.0 Megan Pozzi, Queensland University of Technology
7/18/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Patronising viral TikToks, RIP nightclubs, and the end of passwords 

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… The backlash to a "random act of kindness" on TikTok, the decline of nightclubs, and why tech experts say passwords should be a thing of the past. Join Hack’s Dave Marchese with Junkee's Issy Phillips and The Daily Aus's Sam Koslowski.
7/15/202230 minutes
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G Flip's dark times growing up

What's it like to feel confused about your gender when you're growing up? Australian artist G Flip, who is non-binary, has written a powerful and raw new single all about it. Today, on International Non-Binary People's Day, G shares what their childhood was like, and why there needs to be more diverse representations of gender in the media. Plus, more young women than ever are identifying as bisexual. What's behind the rise in recent years, and what stigmas still remain about being bi in 2022? And a drug that can save three lives in a day by reversing overdoses will now be free in pharmacies. We learn more about how Naloxone works, and what impact it could have in Australia. Live guests: G Flip, musician Associate Professor Suzanne Nielsen, Deputy Director of the Monash Addiction Research Centre
7/14/202230 minutes
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Don't bring this back from Bali

If you don't know what foot and mouth disease is - sorry, but it's time to find out. The viral sickness is spreading quickly in Bali and it has Australian authorities worried about our biosecurity. Plus, giddy-up: we find out why rodeos are having a moment. And there's heaps of new details from the hearings into the US Capitol riots, including Donald Trump's 'unhinged' meeting at the White House. Live guests: Tony Mahar, National Farmers' Federation John Barron, host of Planet America
7/13/202230 minutes
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What does it mean to be intersex?

The intersex community has been speaking out about the medical interventions that are sometimes imposed on them without an opportunity to provide personal consent. Now, the ACT is introducing world-leading legislation to ensure it stops happening.  Plus, are you under 18 with a ticket to Splendour? Prepare to ask a big kid to come along with you, because new licensing requirements mean you’ll need someone over 25 to get in. We speak to a festival organiser to find out what’s up.  Also, we got a whole new view into space this morning, and it’s a very big deal. An image from an EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE telescope has granted us a little look-see to the edge of the universe (kind of) and please excuse me while my brain explodes.   Live guests;  Morgan Carpenter, Intersex Human Rights Australia  Jess Ducrou, Festival in the Grass  Dr Vanessa Moss, CSIRO astronomer  Vishal Prassad, activist 
7/12/202230 minutes
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Is clubbing dead?

More than 100 clubs have closed down around Australia in the last couple of years.  With lockdowns and lockouts, health kicks and Tinder, people have been hitting clubs way less, particularly in Sydney. So is clubbing a thing of the past?  Plus, have you seen the historic photos of protesters taking over the Sri Lankan Presidential Palace? It's a massive moment for the country. We talk to former Hack host Avani Dias about what's going on, and what's led to this.  And, Monekypox is not going away. The number of cases is slowly rising in Australia, and it's got some experts pretty worried.  Live guest:  Mick Gibb, The Night Time Industries Association  Avani Dias, ABC South Asia correspondent  Dr Brad McKay 
7/11/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Wimbledon period stress, bye-bye Boris, and Euro vacay jealousy

It's the Shakeup! This week we're chatting about…  Female tennis players wanting a change to Wimbledon's all-white dress code, especially when they're menstruating, Boris making a brexit from politics (soon-ish), and switching off the socials when everyone but you (and us!) are holidaying in sunny Europe. Yeah, we're so happy for them...  Join Joanna Lauder with comedian Rhys Nicholson and journalist Matilda Boseley. 
7/8/202230 minutes
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South Australia finally decriminalises abortion

There's been a lot of talk about abortion laws in the US recently. But we've actually had some pretty major changes here in Australia. South Australia has become the last jurisdiction to decriminalise abortion, meaning it will finally be more accessible, and people with unwanted pregnancies won't have to fit through tricky legal loopholes.  Plus, just this week we've seen the impact of climate change on our country – floods taking over towns that have already been flooded two or three times. Ages ago, the Abbott Government scrapped modelling that would assess the future impact of climate change on our economy. But now, Labor's bringing it back. So how bad will the news be?  And, federal politics has been behind the times when it comes to reflecting the community. But that's about to change. It's going to be more diverse than ever and includes the biggest group of First Nations MPs Canberra has ever seen. Allow us to introduce you to some of them.  Live guests: Daile Kelleher, Children By Choice  Polly Hemming, The Australia Institute 
7/7/202230 minutes
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And you thought things were expensive before...

Thirty bucks for watermelon, $12 for lettuce, this is food insecurity at play. But your rent might be going up too. And somehow rental vacancies are going down as well. We have a big cost of living theme on the show today. We're digging into why food is getting so pricey, why it could get even worse, and where it’s particularly bad. Then we're going to look into some new rental data that shows there are almost no options for some renters.  Plus, are we about to get COVID again? Because we're being warned by some experts that it's about to get bad (again). And we're really not ready, tbh. Live guests; Dr Rebecca Lindeberg, Deakin University  Dr Nicola Powell, Chief of Research, Domain  Fiona Vesper, Indigenous artist Dr Nick Coatsworth, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for COVID-19 response  
7/6/202230 minutes
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Big changes to unemployment payments

It's big, it's dramatic and it's points-based. Major changes have been introduced to Centrelink and some people think they're too confusing. Five points for this, ten points for that, but what if you make a mistake and suddenly lose your payments?  And, a program called Emma's Project empowers kids with the language to articulate sexual assault if it's something they experience.  Live guests:  Tony Burke, Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations  Nunami Sculthorpe-Green, Blak Led Tours Tasmania  Joe Tucci, chief executive, Australian Childhood Foundation 
7/5/202230 minutes
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Would you change your diet to live an extra 20 years?

How committed would you be to living longer? Would you change your diet to get another 20 years? Some findings published in the journal Cell detail that a specific balance of whole foods, fasting, staying within a specific BMI, and limiting meat intake can combine for a much longer life. But can you really BF?  And, it's NAIDOC week! We'll be profiling a whole bunch of incredible people. Today, that's artist Dylan Mooney who illustrates First Nations' identity and queer love. Plus, cultural fishing has been passed down through generations of First Nations people, yet some on the NSW south coast are being harassed by fisheries.   Also, Sydney is being pounded by rain and many of the suburbs you've heard of being flooded before are under water again.   Live guests:  Anna Debenham, nutritionist  Dylan Mooney, artist Sally Thompson, UWA 
7/4/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: forgetting names, cultural tattoo discrimination, and millennials outnumbering boomers

It's the Shakeup! This week we're talking... Justin Trudeau forgetting PM Anthony Albanese's name, cultural tattoo discrimination when it comes to nightclub dress codes, and the millennials now outnumbering boomers, so get ready for more Harry Potter references and chat about 'adulting'.  Join Dave Marchese with musician Raph Dixon and journalist Isa Staskovski. 
7/1/202230 minutes
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Conversion therapy is still happening

Conversion practices that try to 'pray the gay away' are still happening in some parts of Australia, and they're extremely harmful. Some states like Queensland, have banned conversion practices, but some activists think the Federal Government should step in.   And, a lot of clubs have dress codes that ban face and neck tattoos, but what about when those tattoos have cultural significance and importance? One woman says she was denied entry into a Brisbane nightclub because of her face tattoos which have deep historical and cultural meaning.   Plus, what do you think of the idea of alcohol-free wine? Would it make Dry July a little easier? Because South Australia – a big wine region – is pumping it out.  Live guests:  Victor Madrigal Borloz, United Nation  Stephen Blanks, NSW Council for Civil Liberties
6/30/202230 minutes
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A win for the gig economy

They're the MVPs of our time – Uber drivers kept us fed during lockdowns and COVID outbreaks, even when we didn't know if a vaccine was possible. The job comes with huge safety risks (particularly for those on bikes) and instability. But it's looking like they're going to get a minimum wage and, oh, idk, like some basic job security. But does it mean the price of your Uber order is about to go up? And, we sometimes think volunteering is for Boomers and retirees with heaps of time on their hands, but we speak with three young people who found a way to fit it in, and say it's had a massive positive impact on them. Plus, save the bees! There's a deadly virus on the loose and they've gone into lockdown (sounds familiar) but will they be okay? Live guests: Michael Kaine, Transport Workers Union Mark Pearce, Volunteers Australia Cormac Farrell, beekeeper at Australian Parliament House
6/29/202230 minutes
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Stranded in the regions

Imagine calling a ride to get home, but it never comes, and you realise you're stranded. That's what it's like for many people living with disability in the regions – sometimes they order a lift and are left waiting for literal hours in the cold. And it doesn't just make having a social life hard, but even just maintaining a job.  Plus, happy nerd christmas! The results from Australia's biggest ever quiz – sorry, survey – are in, and there are some interesting findings, (yes, we promise) including Millennials overtaking Boomers in the numbers game. But there were also some big questions that never made the survey.  Live guests:  Jordan Steel-John, WA Greens senator  Simon Kuestenmacher, demographer 
6/28/202230 minutes
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Roe v Wade falls

Many young Americans now have fewer rights than their mothers did at their age, due to the overturning of Roe v Wade. Access to abortion is no longer a guaranteed right in America, and states will be able to decide whether abortion is legal and accessible in their jurisdiction. This could dramatically shift the face of America.  And, for the first time in Australia we now have data on the gender pay gap that is broken down by age - and it's pretty grim. There is no age bracket where women don't earn less than men.  Live guests:  Dina Zirlott, US abortion advocate  Bonney Corbin, Marie Stopes Australia  Karen Gately, HR expert 
6/27/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: age limits for politicians, our obsession with big things, and, who's ashamed of the Aussie flag? 

It's the Shakeup! And this week we're talking…  Whether there should be an age limit for politicians, our obsession with really big (and s**t) things, and this week's debate around the Australian flag following that move by Greens leader Adam Bandt to remove it from his press conference.  Join Hack's Dave Marchese with journalists Elfy Scott and Perry Duffin. 
6/24/202230 minutes
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How old is too old in politics?

Should there be an age limit in politics? An American wannabe pollie reckons people should get kicked out at 72. It's a pretty controversial idea, so naturally, we sent reporter Claudia Long out to pound the hallways of Parliament House and asked political journos what they think the expiry date should be.  Plus, have you been having super intense dreams or insomnia since the pandemic? It's not in your imagination. There's research to back it up.  And, we mostly hear about mums getting postnatal depression, but dads can get it too. It's just not discussed as much, but some people are trying to change that. Live guests  Max Chandler-Mather, Greens MP  Dr Melinda Jackson, Monash University  Mitch McPherson, Speak Up Stay Chatty   
6/23/202230 minutes
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Shedding the glam for a glow down

Gabrielle from Perth was so sick of people on TikTok setting unrealistic beauty standards in their "glow up" videos that she decided to set a new challenge: the glow down. And people really got into it in a big way. Is this a new way to have healthy body image on social media? Or are glam, buff, botoxed bods taking up too much space already. Also, we'll find out why a Logies speech has resulted in a high rape profile trial being delayed and discuss whether new offence laws in Victoria are just enough or go too far. Guests: Claudia Long, Hack's political reporter Stephen Blanks, NSW Council of Civil Liberties Lauren French, sexologist
6/22/202230 minutes
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This town's rich in mining but kids are still dying

There are only six mental health beds in the Goldfields for a population of 60,000 — and none of them are for minors. The community is begging for a youth mental health ward ASAP to prevent any further loss. Plus, our native ingredients industry is thriving, but without proper regulation, a lot of Indigenous Australians are worried it's woven with cultural insensitivity and exploitation. And, a government report card for the environment does not read well, and we've got work to do. Or, the new government has work to do. Live guests:  Dr Skye Kinder  Pat Torres, Mayi Harvests Native Foods  Kelly O'Shanassy, Australian Conservation Foundation 
6/21/202230 minutes
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Why are you calling me?

Picture this: you're minding your own business when your phone starts ringing. Why is someone calling, and why don't they just text? How dare they. In the olden days people would wait by the phone for a call. Now, we shudder at the thought of having to answer a stranger at the end of the line. And it's causing tension in the workplace. So what are we afraid of?  And, the spicy cough is striking again, with some people on their second, third, even fourth round of COVID in a couple of months since their last infection. Some experts thought immunity would last longer, but then Omicron happened.  Plus, a big call was made about trans athletes who compete in swimming, and activists say it's transphobic.   Live guests  Dr Kirsty Short, University of Queensland  Karen Gately, HR expert  Sally Goldner, trans activist 
6/20/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: emotional AI, chill uniforms and Lizzo's new lyrics

It's the shakeup! We're talking...  Lizzo rapidly updating her lyrics after coming under fire, artificial intelligence catching the feels, and a new Australian airline doesn't care about its staff showing tatts, wearing sneakers and not following gendered uniforms.  Join Dave Marchese with Joy Ride and Eliza Barr.
6/17/202230 minutes
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Fertility freak out

Egg freezing has mostly been associated with women in their 30s and 40s, but a bunch of Hack listeners told us they're keen to get it done in their 20s.  Celebrity mum Kris Jenner suggested to Kendall recently that she should freeze her eggs – she's 26 – and Mary from Selling Sunset is telling women to do it while they're young to avoid future fertility issues. The fertility freak out is real.  Plus, we're being told to limit our power use, or risk accidentally sending the whole east coast into a blackout. So wtf is going on? Live guests:   Johanna Bowyer, Lead Research Analyst, Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis  Dr Michelle Peate, Psychosocial Health and Wellbeing Research, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Melbourne   Dr Molly Johnston, Monash Bioethics Centre 
6/16/202230 minutes
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More money for low-paid workers

Minimum wage got a small bump today and will make life a little more affordable for people on the lowest salaries. But there are some Ts&Cs which mean it won't exactly break even for everyone when it comes to inflation and cost of living. Plus, drink driving can lead to some pretty intense trauma, not only for the victim and their family, but also the perpetrators. Experts say we need to seriously consider why it’s men who take these massive risks on the road (and off), especially when the risks are an expression of masculinity.  And, smile, you're on camera! Facial recognition is being used in shops and supermarkets more frequently, and it's dictating the types of ads you're seeing.  Live guests:   Tony Burke, Minister for Workplace Relations  Dr Michael Flood, Associate Professor in Sociology  Amy Pereira, CHOICE 
6/15/202230 minutes
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Artificial intelligence may now have feelings

There have been some pretty creepy developments in the world of artificial intelligence, recently. One Google employee was put on leave for publishing a conversation he had with the Google AI bot, which shows signs of sentience, and even fear of death. Everybody stay calm.  Plus, remember that Christmas recently when bushfires ravaged the country and put entire species on the brink of extinction? Well, it turns out that one of the last things the Coalition did in office was scrap recovery plans for almost 180 threatened species and habitats. And, the Socceroos have had one of their "greatest achievements ever" overnight, meaning we’ll be heading to the World Cup.  Live guests:   Elise Bohan, University of Oxford's Future of Humanity Institute   Professor Euan Ritchie, Deakin Uni   John Aloisi, Western United coach and former Socceroo 
6/14/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Editing texts, controlled cursing, and do you really need to pull on that puffer jacket?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… Un-sending and editing texts, the benefits of moderate swearing, and our desperation to bust out the puffer jacket, even though internationals think we're taking the piss with these temps. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Mamamia's Em Gillespie and model Christian Wilkins.
6/10/202230 minutes
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Back to Bilo

It's been a long four years since the Nadesalingam family, Tamil asylum seekers, were suddenly moved from their home in central Queensland's Biloela, and into immigration detention. Tomorrow, after a long and very public battle, they'll finally return to Bilo', but their fight to stay in Australia isn't over. Plus, Tasmania has committed to raising the minimum age of detention from 10 to 14 -- it's the first state or territory to make the call.  And, finally a good news story about the environment! The CSIRO says plastic pollution along Australia's coast has decreased by 30 per cent, and the scientists are happy. Well done, everyone! You all get a lolly. Live guests: Nick McKim, The Greens   Sophie Trevvitt, Change the Record Denise Hardy, CSIRO
6/9/202230 minutes
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Killer seagulls are feeding on more than chippies

Are our humble beachside chippies creating killer seagulls? The birds have increased in strength, stamina and population over the years because they've been fed by humans. And now they're travelling longer distances and even preying on vulnerable wildlife. Plus, teen girls bucked a few trends in the pandemic, and not in a good way. A new study has found their drinking bumped up, contrasting to the move of young people drinking less than previous generations. And, the Italian mafia aren't just a movie trope. The AFP are targeting Italian organised crime in Australia, with one group, known as the 'Ndrangheta', thought to control 70 per cent of the world's cocaine trade. Live guests; Dominique Robert-Hendren, Hello Sunday Olivia Molly McKeone, former Miss Universe Dr Xanthe Mallet, criminologist
6/8/202230 minutes
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Prep your pocket — rent could be going up

Today the RBA announced interest rates will go up  -- even higher than the experts anticipated. The Government is warning that things could get tough. Mortgages will get more expensive, and rent could, too. Buckle up. Plus, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson weathered a pretty intense no-confidence motion overnight, and even though he's trying to play it down, many MPs think he’s not fit to lead the country. And, a couple of years ago, when the Black Lives Matter movement was gripping the world, actor Meyne Wyatt gave a passionate and emotional monologue on Q&A that went viral around the world. Dave speaks with him and director Shari Sebbens about his play City of Gold. Live guests; Leo Patterson Ross, The Tenants' Union Nick Dole, ABC Europe correspondent Meyne Wyatt, actor
6/7/202230 minutes
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WFH is a right for some, a luxury for others

Elon Musk is demanding everyone get back to the office already, but the whole pandemic proved desk jobs can be done from almost anywhere. And while some are debating the rights of employees to negotiate flexible work arrangements, others are concerned that the WFH life could make some gender inequalities worse. Plus, cross-examinations of witnesses in the long-running Ben Roberts-Smith defamation case have finally ended. And, Yassmin Abdel-Magied is talking about a revolution and why she left Australia in her new book. Live guests:  Dr Sean Gallagher, Centre for the New Workforce at Swinburne University of Technology Perry Duffin, The Daily Telegraph Yassmin Abdel-Magied, author 
6/6/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Australia as a republic, stingy Swedish dinners, and, would you eat shit to stay young?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… Australia's potential future as a republic, why the Swedes don't feed their dinner guests, and our obsession with youth; would you eat shit to keep youthful skin? Because Kim K would, and she's quite the trend setter… Join Hack's Dave Marchese with The Feed’s Alice Matthews and KIIS FM's Brooklyn Ross.
6/3/202230 minutes
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Australia's energy crisis, just in time for winter

An energy crisis is here, and your power bill will probably go up -- just in time for winter. A big combo of factors mean Australia can't keep its own power prices down, even though we supply so much energy. How much will your bill go up? It depends on where you live. Plus, most Aussies support decriminalisation of some drug use, and there's a lot of discussion around drug reform at the moment, particularly in the ACT and NSW. But what would decriminalisation actually look like? And after six weeks, Johnny Depp's defamation case -- which was streamed and memed around the world -- has come to an end. Depp won out, but Amber Heard had a small win too. Live guests: Gerard Brody, Consumer Action Law Centre Prof Dan Howard, former commissioner for the NSW Special Commission of Inquiry into the Drug Ice Barbara Miller, ABC North America Correspondent
6/2/202230 minutes
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Passport panic

After two years of lockdowns, Aussies are getting TF outta here and taking a holiday. But the huge influx in passport applications mean some people are waiting months to get their new documents, and scarily close to their departure date. So is there anything you can do to speed it up? And it's been a while -- how do we holiday, again? And, there are some new kids on the block of Labor's new cabinet, including some interesting role switches and a brand new youth minister. Plus, around 15,000 suspected war crimes have been reported in Ukraine since the war started, with some prosecutions already underway. Live guests; Fran Kelly, ABC journalist Ben Groundwater, travel writer Dr Sonia Mycak, Australia National University's Centre for European Studies Dr Martin Breed, Flinders University
6/1/202230 minutes
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Did you lose cash in the crypto crash?

Last year, the only cough we talked about was Covid. This year, the flu is back with a vengeance. Some state governments are handing out free vaccines to avoid hospital overload, and the flu season has kicked off much earlier than usual. So why is this year so much worse than others? Plus, there was a lot of talk about China trying to win over the Pacific during the election. So much so, that just days after Labor won government, Foreign Minister Penny Wong hightailed it to Fiji. But experts are saying that's not the end of the tension. So what's going on? And finally, did you lose cash in the crypto crash? Some coins have taken a nosedive, so is this the beginning of the end? Live guests: Tracey Plowman, Crypto Curious Dr Graeme Smith, Australian National University Dr Paul Griffin, Director of Infectious Diseases, Mater Hospital
5/31/202230 minutes
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What are your rights in a mouldy rental?

The persistent rain has allowed mould to flourish from the Queensland coast and all the way down to Melbourne. So what are your rights in a rental? Plus, the Liberal and National parties chose new leaders today, so what do these new kids on the block have ahead of them? And what does the massive change mean for the future of the Coalition? And, 'Be Brave, Make Change.' It's a powerful message for all Australians, and it's the theme of this Reconciliation Week. So, what does Reconciliation mean to young Indigenous Australians? Live guests; Holly Jones, University of Melbourne Mike Tomalaris, former SBS World cycling commentator
5/30/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Labor's first week, the future of politics, and Toto Albanese

It’s the Shakeup and we're talking… A debrief on the election, the future of politics now that the 'two party' system has been shaken up, and pets on social media - including the kind of creepy twitter account for the PM's dog, Toto. Join Hack's Jo Lauder with Guardian Australia journalist Matilda Boseley and Greens councillor Adam Pulford.
5/27/202230 minutes
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A consent campaign that isn't cringe

Remember those embarrassing government videos about consent that featured milkshakes and cheeseburgers? The NSW government has taken notes and is rolling out their own ads to teach young people about affirmative consent. There aren't any milkshakes in sight and they've been well-received by young people and consent educators. So, how will new consent laws in NSW work, and what impact could this campaign have? Plus, thousands of refugees have fled war-torn Ukraine and arrived in Australia on temporary visas. But is the government doing enough to support them to stay longer? And we meet Tom Turcich, one half of the first man-and-dog duo to walk around the world. It's taken him more than seven years and millions of steps - so what has he learnt along the way? Live guests: Saxon Mullins, Director of Advocacy at Rape and Sexual Assault Research and Advocacy Tom Turcich, tenth man to walk around the globe
5/26/202230 minutes
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Why America can't stop gun violence

Once again, America is experiencing déjà vu: a school shooting in Texas has left at least 19 children and two adults dead. There's been thousands of mass shootings in the US since Sandy Hook, the elementary school shooting which many thought would help to end gun violence in America. What's stopping the US from acting, and will President Joe Biden turn pain into progress? Plus, your uni debt is about to go up on June 1 due to an indexation hike. Should you start paying it back, or keep it stacking up? And artists are speaking out over the "exhaustion" and pressure that music labels are putting on them to go viral on TikTok. Live guests David Smith, Associate Professor at the US studies centre Georgie Beattie is the president of the National Union of Students Eilish Gilligan, musician and writers
5/25/202230 minutes
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Action on the Uluru statement from the heart

On election night, Anthony Albanese's first commitment was on the Uluru statement from the heart. So, what does that commitment look like, and what plans does Labor have to improve the lives of Indigenous Australians? We speak to Australia's first Indigenous woman to be the Minister for Indigenous Affairs, Linda Burney. Plus, there's growing calls to ban gay conversion practices in Tasmania. And, it's not just you: stuff is getting smaller. We look at "shrinkflation" and how supermarket brands are quietly reducing the size of items so they can charge you less. Live guests: Linda Burney, Labor MP and incoming Minister for Indigenous Affairs Anna Brown, CEO of Equality Australia Professor Gary Mortimer, QUT
5/24/202230 minutes
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A new era in Australian politics

Australians fired the prime minister on Saturday, and did some significant rearranging of the furniture in Canberra while they were at it. We take a look at what happened on election night - from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's path to victory, carnage in the Coalition, and the enormous support for the Greens, minor parties, and independent candidates. What role did young people have in delivering the country our most diverse parliament yet? And what does the election of 'Teal' independents mean for climate action over the next few years? Plus, now that Labor will be running the show - what did they promise to do, again? Live guests: Labor MP Anne Aly Former Liberal candidate and Gamilaroi man Geoffrey Winters
5/23/202230 minutes
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The Shakeup: Election countdown, campaign highlights, and political predictions

It’s the Shakeup and we're talking… The election finally being upon us, the highs and lows of the campaign, who might win and what surprises might be in store. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with former WA Liberal party leader Zak Kirkup and National Youth Commissioner, Sophie Johnston.
5/20/202230 minutes
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Some people might miss out on voting because of COVID

If you've come down with the spicy cough in the last week, voting will look a bit different this weekend. Until Wednesday night, there was the option to vote by post or now you can register for a phone vote. But a whole bunch of people have found themselves in an awkward spot where they may have no way to vote at all. Plus, if you're planning an election night TV binge we've got a guide on which seats to keep an eye on: the most hotly contested, marginal seats around the country. Also, the last edition of our policy cheat sheet: how the parties compare on mental health. And we chat about the latest unemployment rates out today. Guests Dr Skye Kinder, Uni of Melbourne Gabriella Marchant, ABC News reporter Elysse Morgan, ABC Business reporter
5/19/202230 minutes
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Myth-busting preferential voting

‘Preferences’ are a pretty big part of our voting system, sometimes the deciding factor in who wins a seat in the election. So how do they actually work? We’ve got quick 101 on why it matters how you number your ballot, and some myth-busting about how much power parties have to decide where your preferences go (spoiler: none). Also, more than 30 retired judges have written an open letter calling for a federal corruption watchdog. Some parties and independents are keen on the idea - but others, not so much. And climate change is one of the most important issues for voters this election. So how does everyone’s policies stack up? Guests: Claudia Long, Hack political reporter Han Aulby, executive director Centre for Public Integrity Richie Merzian, the Australia Institute
5/18/202230 minutes
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So … how do you vote again?

The last election feels like it was a decade ago. Or maybe this is your first time voting. Either way, we're getting stuck into the basics of voting: lower houses, upper houses, above or below the line, and what you'll need on election day. Also, how do the major parties compare when it comes their policies on health? Plus, some of the Hack team are in Shepparton for triple j's takeover of the regional Victorian town. They've been chatting to Afghan refugees who've been starting a new life working in the region's fruit industry. And in the wake of a deadly, racially-motivated shooting in the US, it's been revealed an Australian anti-extremism taskforce set up after the Christchurch massacre has been quietly shut down. Guests Gabrielle Chan, The Guardian Dr Josh Roose, Deakin University
5/17/202230 minutes
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Hack’s interview with Labor leader Anthony Albanese

With just one week until voting, Anthony Albanese joins Hack for a chat about the policies Labor are pushing this election. Plus, the Coalition have announced a new housing policy that would let first home buyers pull up to $50k from their super for a house deposit. But is it a good idea, particularly for young people? And will it make a dent in the housing affordability crisis? We'll take a look at how all the housing policy plans compare. And an old friend is back behind the mic: former host Tom Tilley. He's here to chat about his new book - a pretty revealing look at his Pentecostal upbringing, and how he broke free from it. Guests Jane Hume, Superannuation Minister Anthony Albanese, Labor leader Tom Tilley, journalist
5/16/202230 minutes