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  DEEP DIVE: The AI FIFO worker selling adult content online 26.09.2026 15λ

  Have you ever been unsure if something in your feed was real or AI? Well, you’re not alone – it’s even getting hard for the social media platforms to spot them.   We looked into one FIFO influencer, Bindi Raye, who has 85k followers across Instagram and TikTok.   She looks like a regular woman sharing her life online – posting pictures of her life at the mine site, at the beach, or at the footy – but she’s actually one of several generative AI accounts pushing their followers to pay-walled AI adult content.   In the deep dive this week, host Ali Angeloni is joined by Dan Miller, senior lecturer in psychology at James Cook University, to unpack what these AI influencers are doing to our brains, what they mean for real sex workers, and how we feel about paying someone who isn’t real. Guest: Dan Miller, senior lecturer in psychology, James Cook University Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  THE SHAKEUP: Tones & I NRL drama, living at home forever + are you lurking online with a 'finsta'? 25.09.2026 30λ

  How would you feel if your favourite artist didn’t play their biggest hit? Tones and I has pulled out of her headline performance at the upcoming NRL Grand Final, and apparently, it’s because she didn’t want to perform her most popular song. We get into this, plus, if we should even have pre-game entertainment.   And, the latest Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) survey is out, revealing that half of young Aussies are living at home with their parents. We unpack why this might have gone up, and chat about why it’s mostly men who still live at home.   Also, Channing Tatum is in the headlines this week because some internet sleuths reckon they’ve found his burner account – otherwise known as a ‘finsta’.   Finally, we want to know if bringing an iced coffee to a job interview is unprofessional, and if so, why?   Host Ali Angeloni is joined by ABC journalist and creator Issy Phillips and Seven News journalist Sam Payne. Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  AI agent hacks Medicare + who is still romantic in 2026? 24.09.2026 30λ

  So, an OpenAI agent went rogue and infiltrated Australian Government websites a few months ago – and we only found out today. We unpack what went wrong, why the government didn’t know and what happens next.    And, we’re joined by Gumbaynggirr artist and activist Aretha Brown to chat about why she is leaning into joy, why she describes the relationship between artists and some galleries as 'parasitic' and how it feels to be a real romantic in 2026.  Listen now:  01:16 - OpenAI Medicare hack 14:15 - “The most romantic job in the world” Guests: John Lyons, Americas editor, ABC News Aretha Brown, artist and activist Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  INTERVIEW: The most 'romantic' job in the world 24.09.2026 28λ

  Aretha Brown has been in the public eye since she was 16 years old when a speech she gave at an Invasion Day rally made national headlines. Last year, she became one of the youngest artists ever selected for the National Indigenous Triennial at the National Gallery and her art collective, Kiss My Art, has painted more than 65 murals around the world. Now Aretha is preparing for her first solo show, Born Romantic. In this week's long listen, Aretha tells Ali why she is leaning into joy, why she describes the relationship between artists and some galleries as 'parasitic' and how it feels to be a romantic in 2026. Born Romantic is on at the Abbotsford Convent in Melbourne from September 26 - October 4. Guests: Aretha Brown, Gumbaynggirr artist Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Do you care if your porn is AI? Trump threatens Iran + AFL fans brave the Nullarbor 23.09.2026 29λ

  Have you ever been unsure if something in your feed was real or AI? Well, you’re not alone. We look into a FIFO influencer who has almost 85,000 followers, but she’s actually one of several generative AI accounts pushing their followers to pay-walled AI adult content.   And, we hear about US president Donald Trump’s threat towards Iran in his address at the United Nations General Assembly, and the reasons behind the high fuel prices we’re seeing around Australia. Plus, the AFL Grand Final is this weekend at the MCG, featuring two non-Victorian teams. We find out the lengths some fans are going to get around the sky-rocketing prices for flights, and whether all states should have the day off on Friday. Listen now:  01:15 - Fuel prices and Trump’s address 06:22 - AI FIFO ‘influencer’ 20:41 - AFL Grand Final creative fans Guests: Dan Miller, Senior Lecturer in Psychology, James Cook University Poppy Penny, ABC Sport reporter Oli, Seb and Ronan, Fremantle Dockers fans Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Are young Aussies condemned to work forever? Boycott against Trump + dating app dangers 22.09.2026 31λ

  The federal government has looked ahead – 40 years ahead, in fact – as they predict what the future of Australia will look like. We unpack the government's latest Intergenerational Report to find out exactly what young people can expect in 2065. And, US President Donald Trump has banned three media outlets from the White House. He has called the outlets "fake news" and now, other TV networks in the US are boycotting out of support. Plus, a new Australian study has highlighted the dangers women are facing on dating apps. What are they being subjected to? And should the government's Digital Duty of Care legislation extend to online dating? Listen now:  01:10 - Trump bans three US media outlets 09:15 - Prediction 2065 22:23 - Dating app dangers Guests: Andrea Carson, director of the University of Melbourne's Centre for Advancing Journalism Simon Kuestenmacher, co-founder of The Demographics Group Claudia Long, ABC political reporter Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Are we in a DV crisis? Sudan civil war + the impact of fast fashion 21.09.2026 30λ

  It has been a "horrific" weekend of alleged domestic violence incidents in NSW, with three women and a child killed. The Police Commissioner says he can't remember a weekend like this, and the NSW opposition leader says "we need to be doing so much more". And, while the United Nations has called it the world's largest humanitarian crisis, it doesn't make headlines often – the Sudan civil war continues to cause mass displacement, risk of famine, and sexual violence. Plus, new research has revealed that despite shoppers knowing the harm fast fashion causes to the environment, they're buying anyway. So, what's going on there? Listen now: 01:16 - Domestic and family violence in NSW 11:50 - Sudan civil war 22:37 - Fast fashion study Guests: Kellie Sloane, NSW Liberal Party Leader Majduleen Ahmed, Sudanese-Australian community member Carol Tan, associate professor RMIT University Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  DEEP DIVE: What Molly's friends wish they knew about domestic violence 19.09.2026 14λ

  Molly Ticehurst was 28 years old when her ex-boyfriend, Daniel Billings, broke into her house and murdered her. Her death sparked outrage right across Australia because Billings was out on bail for domestic violence offences at the time. Two years later, Molly's friends and family are still coming to terms with her death. They're sharing her story in hopes of helping others in a similar situation. In this week's deep dive, Molly's best friends open up about what it's like to lose someone you love to domestic violence and what they wish they knew before Molly died.  Plus, you'll hear from an expert who has some tips for how you can help your friends if you think they are in an abusive relationship. If you or anyone you know needs support, help is available. Contact 1800 RESPECT, 1800 737 732, or Full Stop Australia on 1800 385 578 Guest: Karen Bevan, CEO, Full Stop Australia Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  THE SHAKEUP: HYROX pooer, Sheeran v Macklemore + that Sydney Sweeney ad 18.09.2026 31λ

  How far would you go to win? Australian athlete Joanna Wietryzk kept competing despite soiling herself during a HYROX event ... and she went on to win. Some respect the hustle, some are furious. And, all of Ed Sheeran's support acts (including his backing band) have ditched his tour in solidarity with Macklemore, who was dropped for voicing his support of Palestine on stage. Is music inherently political, or should the two be separate? Plus, was Sydney Sweeney's sexualised gambling ad damaging to women's sport? Host Luke Siddham Dundon is joined by Amy Kimball Tassell, executive producer of It's A Lot with Abbie Chatfield and comedian Fergus Neal. Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Labor's immigration plan is here + the grief of dementia as a carer 17.09.2026 30λ

  The government has announced its long-awaited shake-up of Australia's immigration policy. So, what is Labor proposing? And watching a loved one with dementia slowly lose their sense of self can be devastating and lonely. We hear from sisters Adelaide and Lucinda, who have a message for other young people in caring roles. Listen now: 01:21 - Explaining Labor's immigration plan 13:40 - Caring for someone with dementia Guests: Professor Alan Gamlen, social scientist, ANU College of Asia & the Pacific Adelaide and Lucinda Miller
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  INTERVIEW: Caring for someone while they forget 17.09.2026 33λ

  What’s it like to watch someone you love slip away? Sisters Adelaide and Lucinda Miller found themselves caring for the woman who looked after them growing up – their nana – as she slowly faded away to dementia. Over 10 years, they watched dementia steal her memories, identity and sense of self. They've made a documentary about their experience, called Nansie, which was released last year and premiered on SBS this month. In this week's long listen, Adelaide and Lucinda open up about their relationship with their nana, and what they've learnt about the disease, which kills more Australians than anything else. Guests: Adelaide and Lucinda Miller Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Aussie music vs AI battle reignites, buying a house with a heartfelt letter + Enviro Minister explains himself 16.09.2026 31λ

  Leaked documents reveal Labor is considering a proposal to make artists' work available for use by AI companies to train their models by default. So is the government selling artists out to big tech? Plus, we ask Environment Minister Murray Watt why he's abandoning a major recycling scheme. And we hear from a first-home buyer with an unusual entry into the property market: a heartfelt letter to the seller. Listen now:  01:20 - AI copyright controversy explained 12:24 - Interview with Minister Murray Watt 22:39 - Can a letter buy you a house? Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm Guests: Jack River, musician Murray Watt, Federal Environment Minister Karli Bryant, first-home buyer
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  Macklemore silenced? Pauline's immigration plan + banana farmers fuming at Coles 15.09.2026 31λ

  Macklemore has been dropped from Ed Sheeran's US tour after making pro-Palestinian statements on stage. We get into who controls the stadiums. And, One Nation has unveiled its immigration plan, which includes significant cuts to international student numbers. Critics have said this plan could cripple the economy and shut down university campuses.  Plus, Coles is ditching local bananas in the home of the Big Banana, Coffs Harbour. So how complex is Australia's food supply chain and how does it impact local suppliers? Listen now: 01:09 - One Nation immigration plan 12:47 - Coffs Harbour bananas 24:19 - Macklemore dropped Guests:  George Megalogenis, political commentator, author Lisa Asher, food, retail and supermarket expert Jem Aswad, music editor at Variety Magazine Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Will AI really end us? Supporting a friend through DV + Sydney Sweeney backlash 14.09.2026 31λ

  Employees and CEOs of some of the world's biggest tech companies are sounding the alarm about AI. Could it really wipe out the human race, as some have warned?  And we talk about ways you can support a friend experiencing domestic violence, as we hear the story of Molly Ticehurst, who was murdered by her ex-partner in 2024.  Plus, dozens of athletes are speaking out about Sydney Sweeney's ad for a sports betting company.  Listen now: 01:10 - Calls for AI to slow down 11:29 - The story of Molly Ticehurst 24:58 - Why athletes are furious over Sydney Sweeney's ad Guests:  Toby Walsh, Scientia Professor of AI, UNSW Karen Bevan, CEO, Full Stop Australia Marnie Vinall, sports reporter, ABC Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  DEEP DIVE: Can the government really get big tech to turn off algorithms? 12.09.2026 19λ

  On Tuesday, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a plan to force tech companies to give users the option to opt out of algorithms. The Prime Minister says this will protect people from harm and give users more control over what they see online, but critics argue the ultimate goal is censorship. So would you opt out if you had the choice? And how will this all work? In this week's deep dive we unpack the government's plan for a digital duty of care, and what it could mean for your social media feed. Guest: Sophie Scamps, independent MP Cam Wilson, national AI reporter, ABC Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  THE SHAKEUP: Remembering 9/11, the Trump dividend + what is Aussie youth culture? 11.09.2026 31λ

  It's been 25 years since 2997 people died as a result of the 9/11 terror attacks. For lots of young people, it's a moment in time we know happened, but can't remember. So how did this tragedy change the world you grew up in? And, in a week where the Albanese government has been accused of pork-barrelling, US President Donald Trump has also been grabbing headlines after promising to give every American adult $5,000 if the Republicans win the US mid-terms. Plus, if there was a national archive for Australian youth culture, what would you put in it?  Host Angel Parsons is joined by Lucy Tassell, copy editor at The Daily Aus and Archie Milligan, reporter for The National Account.  Listen now: 04:14 - Remembering 9/11 14:44 - The Trump dividend 23:57 - Aussie youth culture Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  'Far left' called out by the SA Premier, One Nation cartoon controversy + life as a climate scientist 10.09.2026 31λ

  The South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas joined hack to discuss his warning to Labor and the Coalition of being in a 'race to the bottom' on immigration policy. And, the One Nation cartoon that called Australian war veteran and politician, Andrew Hastie, a 'traitor'. Plus, is time going to run out for humans to solve the climate crisis? Professor Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick joins hack to discuss.  Listen now: 01:09 - Malinauskas' criticism of major parties 09:49 - One Nation's cartoon controversy 13:53 - Is it time up on climate? Guests: Peter Malinauskas, South Australian Premier Professor Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick, ANU climate scientist Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  INTERVIEW: Is all hope lost? We asked a climate scientist 10.09.2026 25λ

  Should we be freaking out? Last week the United Nations warned the world is on the path to climate catastrophe, and the chance to stop global warming exceeding 1.5 degrees had passed. The news comes after a year of headlines about climate related disasters - from deadly heatwaves in Europe, to calls for climate compensation in Nepal. So why didn't the UN's warning cut through? And what would a warmer world look like for you? In today's long listen climate scientist Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick unpacks what exceeding 1.5 degrees of warming will mean for the world, how it feels to be a climate scientist right now, and why she says there's still hope. Guests: Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick, Professor of Climate Sciences at the Australia National University Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Behind the pork-barrelling accusations, Mexico murder trial + sanctioning Israeli settlements 09.09.2026 31λ

  Has Labor misused public money to win seats? From scrutiny over a $560 million grants program to a golf club controversy, we unpack the pork-barrelling accusations being levelled at the Albanese government.  And a trial has begun for three men accused of murdering Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend in Mexico. Plus, Britain, France and Canada will ban imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank - a move that has prompted swift retaliation and could spark a broader geopolitical storm. And Australia is gearing up to host its first ever regular-season NFL game. Listen now: 01:02 - Labor accused of pork-barrelling 13:18 - What happened to Jake and Callum Robinson?  18:36 - West Bank settlement sanctions 22:36 - Why is the NFL coming to Australia? Guests: Clancy Moore, CEO, Transparency International Australia Reid Butler, US correspondent, Nine Max Quinn, triple j product manager, former NFL International Fan Of The Year Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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  Should social media algorithms have an off switch + government ditches recycling plan 08.09.2026 31λ

  Would you choose to escape social media algorithms and instead just see content from accounts you follow?  Labor has unveiled draft legislation that would force tech giants to let you opt out of algorithms.  Plus, the government has quietly broken its promise to reform packaging standards aimed at curbing plastic waste.  Listen now:  01:44 - Digital Duty of Care bill explained 22:35 - Labor quietly scraps recycling plan Guests: Sophie Scamps, independent MP Cam Wilson, national AI reporter, ABC Kal Glanznig, environmental advocate and Sutherland Shire Councillor Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm