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A daily news podcast presented by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give some balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine.
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The heated rivalry behind the Stanley Cup 02.06.2026 27minThe sport of ice hockey has transcended a game just for the fans this year as it's found itself at the centre of a couple of big cultural moments across the world. We’re talking, of course, about the raging success of TV shows Heated Rivalry and more recently Off Campus - but it goes well beyond that and into real life. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across the impacts of those shows on the sport and, as the current season of the North American competition comes to its conclusion, we’ll get you across one of the hardest sporting trophies in the world to win - the Stanley Cup. Watching: The gold medal game from the Winter Olympics in Italy earlier this year - Team USA v Canada. The Hughes brothers are a whole thing in the NHL - they made it onto Saturday Night Live after Jack Hughes scored the golden goal in overtime after being whacked in the face and losing teeth. Head to the last 5 mins of the game if you don’t want to watch it all. Watching: The TV series Shoresy… Before Heated Rivalry, Jacob Tierney was central to the comedy shows Letterkenny and Shoresy, which have ice hockey at their core. To set expectations, there’s not a lot of spicy content, but they are shows with a lot of heart that go to the ethos of the game… You can watch both of those for free on SBS. Hosted by Andrew Williams and Claire Kimball Researched by Claire Kimball Got a suggestion for a Squiz Shortcut topic? We'd love to hear it - email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au Squiz Shortcuts is your back story to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the free Shortcuts newsletter here.
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The tax reform debate continues, and Farnesy tickets are on sale 01.06.2026 10minTuesday, 2 June: The tax reform debate continues; The ceasefire in Iran is up in the air; Our World Cup team is named; And some iconic voices make a noise... You can find tickets to the John Farnham tribute concert here, and learn more about Head and Neck Cancer Australia here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news, presented by OG Squizers Claire Kimball and Kate Watson . Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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An update to our AUKUS plans, and cashing in on horror 31.05.2026 11minMonday, 1 June: An update to our AUKUS plans; Ebola spreads in Africa; Another poll puts One Nation ahead; And cashing in on horror... Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, and Anna Pykett Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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The government launches a lawsuit over PFAS, and a huge French Open upset 28.05.2026 10minFriday, 29 May: The government launches a lawsuit over PFAS; The US and Iran reach a deal; A huge upset in Paris; And a heated musical parody... Our Shortcut on PFAS is here. Here's one of the reviews of the Heated Rivalry musical parody in NYC. And last but not least - Larissa's potato pizza recommendation. Enjoy! Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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Squiz Shortcuts: Teal or no teal 28.05.2026 14minYou might’ve heard that several independent politicians in Australia known as ‘teals’ are looking to formalise the movement by creating a new political party. It’s early days, but experts say it’s a move to lure voters who’re looking for alternatives to the major parties - and a counter to the swell of support continuing to build for One Nation. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across who the teals are, what they stand for and what might come next… Squiz Recommends: Reading: This piece in the Guardian by Dan Jervis-Bardy which goes into what’s at stake for the teals if they formalise into a party. Reading: This story from SBS that goes into the electoral funding issues we mentioned. Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster Researched by Larissa Huntington and Andrew Williams Got a suggestion for a Squiz Shortcut topic? We'd love to hear it - email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au Squiz Shortcuts is your back story to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the free Shortcuts newsletter here.
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Tax changes are introduced to parliament, and NASA's grand moon plan 27.05.2026 11minThursday, 28 May: Tax changes are introduced to parliament; Fighting ramps up in Lebanon; A thriller to kick off State of Origin; And NASA's grand plan... SPONSOR: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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The US launches strikes on Iran, and Ferrari goes electric 26.05.2026 10minWednesday, 27 May: The US launches strikes on Iran; More ISIS brides return home; The State of Origin begins; And Ferrari goes electric... SPONSOR: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow . You can look at that new Ferrari design here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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Squiz Shortcuts: A Kylie commotion 26.05.2026 15minThe global interest in Aussie pop star Kylie Minogue has exploded over the last week, with a new 3-part documentary series dropping on Netflix. The series tracks her long and storied career - from her beginnings as an actor and soap star, to her many successful albums and reinventions, to her status now as an artist still releasing #1 singles. She’s managed to stay relevant for a long time, while even some immensely successful music acts tend to have an expiry date. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’re looking at her career - and why the experts say she’s been so good for so long. Squiz Recommends: Watching: The Netflix documentary Kylie which follows her career from soap to superstar Reading: This story in The Conversation by the authors of a book about Minogue, which looks at some of the parts of her life the documentary has missed out - particularly the Australian connection which gets a bit lost. (Rick) Rolling: You know you want to see this duet. It’ll brighten your day, guaranteed… SPONSORED - eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. SPONSORED - Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Hosted by Andrew Williams and Larissa Huntington Researched by Andrew Williams Got a suggestion for a Squiz Shortcut topic? We'd love to hear it - email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au Squiz Shortcuts is your back story to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the free Shortcuts newsletter here.
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Vale Neale Daniher, and the GOATs of cheese compete 25.05.2026 14minTuesday, 26 May: Vale Neale Daniher, investigating the Bondi Beach terror attack, more diphtheria cases in the Top End, and the goats of cheese compete Hosted by Andrew Williams and Claire Kimball Researched by Andrew Williams, Claire Kimball, Larissa Huntington, Anna Pykett and Sophie Felice Here are some resources to help if today's stories have raised concerns for you Here are the cheese rolling highlights Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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A murky peace deal between the US and Iran, and roaches take over in India 24.05.2026 11minMonday, 25 May: A murky peace deal between the US and Iran; Tony Abbott's new role; A big change for Canada; And roaches take over in India... You can see some of the reporter's reactions to a shooting near the White House here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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Australia criticises an Israeli minister, and the reviews are in for Kylie 21.05.2026 10minFriday, 22 May: Australia criticises an Israeli minister; Our unemployment rate jumps; A Magpie breaks the AFL games record; And the reviews are in for Kylie... You can see the trailer for Kylie here. And the trailer for The Sheep Detectives here. And the recipe for Adam Liaw's chicken pot pie here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Larissa Huntington Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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Squiz Shortcuts: The woolly history of UGG boots 21.05.2026 11minUGG boots are an Australian invention loved by millions of people around the world. But while the concept is ours, the right to use the UGG name has been the subject of a long legal fight. Earlier this month, the Aussie credited with launching the boots commercially in modern times, Shane Stedman, died… He was the first to trademark the term ‘Ugh boots’ and sell them to surfers, paving the way for them to become a global fashion staple. It’s quite a ride, so strap in for a bit of a different Squiz Shortcut, where we look at the origins of the UGG boot, Stedman’s legacy, and the fight over the UGG name. Squiz Recommends: Listening: This radio interview by Tim Webster on Sydney station 2SM with Shane Stedman’s son, Luke, talks about Shane's early days as a surf reporter and his connection to UGG boots Reading: This piece from The Conversation dives into the fight over the UGG name… SPONSORED - Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589).SPONSORED - eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster Researched by Larissa Huntington Got a suggestion for a Squiz Shortcut topic? We'd love to hear it - email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au Squiz Shortcuts is your back story to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the free Shortcuts newsletter here.
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More federal Budget fallout, and a teenager's lofty achievement 20.05.2026 10minThursday, 21 May: More federal Budget fallout; The US charges a former Cuban leader; An NRL star is diagnosed with MND; And a teenager's lofty achievement... SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Here's our Shortcut on US-Cuba relations. And here are some of those new under-the-sea discoveries... Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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A former Governor-General dies, and Stephen Colbert's swansong 19.05.2026 11minWednesday, 20 May: A former Governor-General dies; A man is charged over a triple murder; The English Premier League heats up; And Stephen Colbert's swansong... SPONSORED: Head to nib.com.au/squiz15. *T&Cs apply. Cover is subject to terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions outlined in the PDS. Consider the PDS, TMD and if this product is right for you. Issuer: Pacific International Insurance. If you or someone you know needs help, you can find a list of domestic violence support services here. And if you want to watch some of The Late Show's highlights over the years, the YouTube channel is here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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Squiz Shortcuts: Explaining hantavirus 19.05.2026 12minHantavirus has been in the news a lot recently after an outbreak on a cruise ship called the MV Hondius made global headlines. Just 6 years after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the presence of another little-known virus in the news - and images of people wearing PPE as they’re moved into quarantine - has had some people very nervous. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll look at what hantavirus is, how it spreads, and how the attempts to contain it might work from here. Squiz Recommends: Reading: This piece from The Conversation goes into detail on how the hantavirus is different from the coronavirus… Reading: This story from the ABC covers the debate over the quarantine facility in Western Australia. SPONSORED - Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). SPONSORED - eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster Researched by Andrew Williams Got a suggestion for a Squiz Shortcut topic? We'd love to hear it - email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au Squiz Shortcuts is your back story to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the free Shortcuts newsletter here.
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Putin heads to Beijing, and an asteroid blasts by Earth 18.05.2026 11minTuesday, 19 May: Putin heads to Beijing; A debate about trusts; A young star hits his stride; And an asteroid blasts by Earth... SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Check out that asteroid live stream here. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Larissa Huntington and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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An Ebola outbreak in Africa, and Delta just misses out in Eurovision 17.05.2026 10minMonday, 18 May: An Ebola outbreak in Africa; A fatal shark attack at Rottnest; The budget reactions are in; And Delta just misses out... SPONSORED: eGuarantee offers a digital lease bond to help businesses free up cash flow. Here's Eurovision star DARA's winning song, and here's Delta Goodrem's Eurovision song, Eclipse. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Andrew Williams Researched by Andrew Williams Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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China rolls out the red carpet for Trump, and some prehistoric dental work 14.05.2026 10minFriday, 15 May: China rolls out the red carpet for Trump; Starmer's facing more problems; The Blues get it done; And some prehistoric dental work... SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Here's that zucchini slice. And here's Delta Goodrem's Eurovision song, Eclipse. Hosted by Alice Dempster and Larissa Huntington Researched by Alice Dempster and Larissa Huntington Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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Squiz Shortcuts: Australia’s immigration debate 14.05.2026 12minAlong with housing, immigration has become a key issue that’s influencing votes around the country. Some experts say the current rate of immigration is putting pressure on housing and the cost of living, and it’s got the major parties looking at how they can address things as they face losing more voters to the party taking a hard line approach - One Nation. In this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll get you across the numbers, what the experts are saying and what might come next… Squiz Recommends: Reading: This piece by Paul Kelly in The Australian (paywall) gets into some of the reasons why immigration is a live issue. Reading: SBS takes a look at some of the numbers and how they relate to the housing shortage. Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster Researched by Larissa Huntington SPONSOR - Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Got a suggestion for a Squiz Shortcut topic? We'd love to hear it - email us at hello@thesquiz.com.au Squiz Shortcuts is your back story to the big news stories… Want the email version? Sign up for the free Shortcuts newsletter here.
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Trump and Xi prepare to meet, and the end of a rugby league era 13.05.2026 10minThursday, 14 May: Trump and Xi prepare to meet; A child protection review in the NT; CommBank faces a drop; And the end of a rugby league era... SPONSORED: Squizers can sign up to Revolut, spend and get $40. T&Cs end date and min spend apply. Consider PDS & TMD at revolut.com/AU/. Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 517589). Hosted by Andrew Williams and Alice Dempster Researched by Larissa Huntington and Sophie Felice Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Other things we do: Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it. Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news. Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
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