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A daily news podcast, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give a touch of balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine. The Squiz is your shortcut to ...
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Could coal mining be the cause of recent earthquakes?
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Several earthquakes in the past few weeks have been roughly centred on BHP's Mount Arthur Mine in the Hunter Valley, which has a very shallow epicentre. But is it coincidence, and what are scientists doing to find out if there's a link? Guest: Dr Trevor Allen, Geoscience Australia Producer: Anne Barker…
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US election 'Nostradamus' predicts 2024 result
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US Presidential historian Professor Allan Lichtman has accurately predicted the winner of every US Presidential Election since 1984, with one exception. He uses a method involving 13 factors to decide if the party who are currently in power, will remain in power. Professor Lichtman has put his formula across the 2024 Presidential Election and revea…
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The 2024 Paris Paralympics has come to a close, with Australia taking home 18 gold medals - placing ninth on the medal tally. And as the closing ceremony gets underway, Paralympians are calling for more of a focus on para-sport and an increase to funding. Guest: David Mark, ABC National Sports Reporter Producer: Niamh Dunne…
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Nationwide protests took place across France following Emmanuel Macron's choice for Prime Minister. Centre-right politician Michel Barnier will be the next French Prime Minster, two months after left-wing coalition narrowly won a snap election back in July. Guest: Jean-Yves Camus is a political analyst and an Associate Research Fellow at the French…
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Google versus the US government; A super typhoon hits Asia; A Royal Commission report is incoming; And the Paralympics come to a close...
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Monday, 9 September: Google versus the US government; A super typhoon hits Asia; A Royal Commission report is incoming; And the Paralympics come to a close... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). To enter the Squiz …
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The Bright Side: A future without exams? It's closer than you think
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The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Frontline domestic violence workers are optimistic a $4.7 billion funding package will help protect more women and children.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Elle Macpherson's healing vibes fall flat and the government under siege
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Elle Macpherson's healing vibes fall flat and the government under siegeBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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The dusty glamour and grit of the Birdsville Races
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The Birdsville Races, also known as the ‘Melbourne Cup of the Outback’, kicked off this week in Queensland’s Simpson Desert, with a combined prize pool of more that three hundred thousand dollars plus bonuses on offer to the competitors in the 13-race carnival.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Reports of massive looting at Sudan's National Museum
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Satellite images taken last year show a large-scale heist at the National Museum of Sudan - with truckloads of artefacts leaving the museum, heading for the south Sudan border.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Jordie Lane finds serenity in songwriting and spreadsheets
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Folk/country singer Jordie Lane joins Andy in the studio, talks about life in Nashville, his new record 'Tropical Depression' and plays a couple of songs.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Are we doing enough to protect Australia's surf breaks?
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It’s been 100 years since Hawaiian Duke Kahanamoku brought the art of surfing to Australian shores and since then the sport has become a national past-time.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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$4.7 billion promised for frontline family violence services
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A $4.7 billion package for family violence support workers has been agreed to by national cabinet.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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'Validating': Gary Lonesborough on representation in writing
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'I'm Not Really Here' tells the story of 17-year-old Jonah, a gay, Aboriginal teenagers who arrives in a new town with his family. It's the novel Gary Lonesborough wishes he saw on library bookshelves when he was growing up in Bega, New South Wales. Guest: Gary Lonesborough, author Producer: Kimberley Price…
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More history made in the Paralympics - Sport with Warwick Hadfield
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At the Paralympics, Lauren Parker has earned a place in the history books and she's among three gold medals overnight. She won the road race meaning she has won gold medals in two different sports, Timothy Hodge in the pool and long jumper Vanessa Low, with a world record, in the long jump. In football, the Socceroos suffered a shock loss to Bahrai…
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The AFLW is set for a rare spectacle tonight, with the Western Bulldogs set to host Port Adelaide not at their western suburbs home ground - but at the league's Colosseum - the MCG. Its just the third time the AFLW will play on the field - and just the second time the league has scheduled a double header with a men's final -with the Doggies set to …
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'Significant impact': Businesses feel inflation strain
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The Reserve Bank Governor has all but confirmed interest rate's won't be cut anytime soon, despite acknowledging that some Australians can't make their mortgage repayments. Chief Executive of the Business Council of Australia, Bran Black told RN Breakfast inflation is having a "significant impact" on businesses, and increasing productivity is "the …
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Why Bill Shorten is calling time on politics
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Former Labor leader and Albanese Government Cabinet Minister Bill Shorten is retiring from politics, after 17 years in Parliament. He told RN Breakfast he's "incredibly grateful" for the outpouring of support, but he says he doesn't want to waste another minute in his current role. Bill Shorten says he wants to make Australia "a better country" in …
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Bill Shorten resigns and Treasurer-RBA 'tension' - Politics with David Speers and Samantha Maiden
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Political Editor for news.com.au Samantha Maiden and ABC Political lead and host of Insiders on ABC TV David Speers join RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: David Speers, Samantha MaidenBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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'Accountability': NT leader on youth crime crackdown
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The Country Liberal Party's win in the recent Northern Territory election came with a clear mandate, and a thumping majority, with the CLP taking 17 of the NT's 25 seats. New Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro told RN Breakfast that while crime was the key issue, the cost of living was a clear second in the election. And she says her Government's push …
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National Cabinet tackles violence against women and children
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Violence against women and children to top the agenda for today's National Cabinet meeting amid concern over funding delays from states and territories.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Report highlights how tech targets and abuses women and girls
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A new report out today examines ways technology is being exploited to perpetuate gender based violence around the world. Australia's e-safety commissioner, Julie Inman Grant, is featured in it. She was targetted and trolled after she exercised her professional powers to take action against Elon Musk's social media platform - X. Guests: Julie Inman …
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Paralympian Alexa Leary on the journey to Gold
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Australian Paralympian Alexa Leary set a world record in the women's 100 metres freestyle S9, winning her first solo gold medal.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Key union splits from ACTU over CFMEU fallout
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The Communications, Electrical and Plumbing Union has voted to split from the ACTU, angry about their support for putting the CFMEU into administration. The rogue union has also vowed to set up a bloc of blue-collar unions to rival the ACTU before the next federal election. Guest: Michelle O'Neil, President of the ACTU…
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The US' deadliest school shooting in 18-months
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As the US grapples with the fallout of its deadliest school shooting in 18-months, the 14-year-old Georgia school shooter is in custody, and will face court tomorrow, charged with four counts of murder. It comes as police say the shooter was interviewed 12 months ago about a threat made against a school. Guest:Katherine Schweit, former head of the …
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US Secretary of State in Haiti as gang violence continues
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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in Haiti, as ongoing gang violence and drug trafficking continue to fuel political instability and insecurity. A month long state of emergency was extended to cover the whole country, and a UN backed mission has seen some 400 police from Kenya deployed in the country. Guest: Widlore Mérancourt, edito…
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Almost two months after France's snap election ended in a political stalemate, Emmanuel Macron has appointed veteran politician Michel Barnier as Prime Minister. So what else do we know about the man who was once France's youngest ever parliamentarian, and led the marathon Brexit talks in Brussels?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Carbon dating kidney stones - Science and brainteaser with Jacinta Bowler
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How do you carbon date a kidney stone, and how can you avoid one?Brainteaser (answer in the audio):I have two cylinders that seem identical: they are the same size and weight and painted the samecolour. But one is hollow and made of heavy brass, while the other is solid and made of lighter aluminium.Neither of them floats in water. How can I tell t…
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Shorten signs off; Russian interference is on the US's radar; A big telco deal for the regions; And a spanakopita for spring...
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Friday, 6 September: Shorten signs off; Russian interference is on the US's radar; A big telco deal for the regions; And a spanakopita for spring... The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today’s stories, plus a dose of quirky news). Sponsored: Check out the West…
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Cruising & Travel with Richard Davey – 5th September
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The fast paced and ever changing world of tourism and travel can be hard to keep up with. Join 2GB’s resident travel expert Richard Davey as he helps you and John Stanley with the latest news from the world. To find out more about Richard check out his website here. Listen Live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12pm on 2GB/4BC. See omnystudio.com/listener f…
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Nights with John Stanley - 5th September
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Listen to Nights with John Stanley, the full show podcast. Host: John Stanley Executive Producer: Charlie Meller Producer: Hannah McGrory Technical Producer: Liam Achurch Publisher: Nine Radio See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 2GB & 4BC
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Tomorrow's Headlines, Tonight - 5th September
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The designs are done, and have been sent off to print. They have also landed with John Stanley, who give a preview of the headlines on the front page of tomorrow’s major newspapers. Listen to John Stanley live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12am on 2GB/4BC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The most remote thoroughbred horse races in the world - the Birdsville Races - kick off in Queensland’s Simpson Desert tomorrow. Race caller Josh Flemming joins John to talk about the history of the races and what people can expect this weekend. Listen to John Stanley live on air from 8pm-12am Monday to Thursday on 2GB/4BC See omnystudio.com/listen…
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Renowned wordsmith Kel Richards joins John Stanley in the studio to discuss the importance, definition and etymology of the words that make up our wonderful (and often bizarre) language. Listen Live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12pm on 2GB/4BC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 2GB & 4BC
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The Weekend Gig Guide with Wilko - 5th September
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Are you looking for something to do on a night out this weekend? Dave 'Wilko' Wilkins joins John to talk about all the music events going on near you. Listen Live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12pm on 2GB/4BC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 2GB & 4BC
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The Duck joins John Stanley to fire up the theatre of the mind and take you around Australia with the best on offer around the country. To find out more about The Duck head to his website here. And for all your off-roading needs head to Oz Off Road here. Listen Live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12pm on 2GB/4BC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…
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Political commentator, consultant and former government advisor, Terry Barnes, joins John Stanley for the News Hour. Listen Live Monday-Thursday from 8pm-12pm on 2GB/4BC. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By 2GB & 4BC
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Bill Shorten has called time on his political career after 17 years, he's announced he won't recontest next year's election.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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'Hundreds' of Australian apartments wrapped in cladding that fuelled Grenfell Tower fire
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'Hundreds' of Australian apartments wrapped in cladding that fuelled Grenfell Tower fireBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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ASIO boss pushes for access to encrypted chat rooms
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Spy agency ASIO pushes for access to encrypted chat roomsBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Bill Shorten to be next Vice Chancellor of University of Canberra
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Minister Bill Shorten will soon become Vice Chancellor Bill Shorten.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Malcolm Knox's new book 'The First Friend' examines friendship and brutality
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How author Malcolm Knox took a darkly funny look at one of Stalin's biggest monsters, despite the Soviet's attempt to erase him from history.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Five week blockbuster trial has wrapped up in WA this week where the Supreme Court is considering whether former political staffer Brittany Higgins defamed her former boss Senator Linda Reynolds.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Breakthrough water filter converts PFAS chemicals into batteries
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Researchers have invented a filter that removes harmful PFAS 'forever chemicals' from water and recycles them in renewable batteries.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Your Shortcut to... PFAS - the 'forever chemicals'
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There’s been a fair bit of concern recently after certain types of chemicals were found in a dam that feeds into the water supply of the NSW Blue Mountains. That’s because, in large enough doses, they can be harmful to humans and even cause cancer. So in this Squiz Shortcut, we’ll explain what forever chemicals are, where they’ve been found, and wh…
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Tina Arena is celebrating 30 years since the release of her hit album "Don't Ask" which had hits like "Sorrento Moon" and "Chains" To celebrate the anniversary Tina has released a fresh remix of Chains and she is reflecting on making the album, and fighting to get Sorrento Moon released as a single. GUEST: Tina Arena PRODUCER: Matt Simpson & Kimber…
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Truth-telling commission hears from settler ancestors
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An Indigenous truth-telling commission in Victoria has taken evidence from the descendants of early colonial settlers. That sheds new light on key events that had a devastating impact on the state's First Peoples. The hearing in Melbourne has been looking at events including early massacres of indigenous people in the 1830s and 40s, and the passage…
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Does 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' live up to the hype? - Film with Jason di Rosso
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Back from the afterlife, comes one of the iconic big screen characters of the 1980s - 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice'. But does it live up to the cult-status of the original? And also out this week is 'Thelma', about a grannie who falls prey to a phone scam, and sets out to track down the scammers with an old buddy on a mobility scooter. RN film critic a…
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Aussie wildlife added to threatened species list
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20 new animals and plants have been added to Australia's list of threatened wildlife. It comes just a month after 13 other plants and animals were added to the list, leading to renewed calls for the Government to quickly overhaul the country’s nature laws. Guest: Dr Amy Coetsee, Threatened Species Biologist with Zoos Victoria Producer: Niamh Dunne…
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Australia's ambassador to Iran was summoned by the Iranian government for an Instagram post supporting "Wear It Purple Day". An Iranian diplomat called the post "insulting" in that it "promoted homosexuality", which is a crime in Iran. It comes a month after Iran's ambassador to Australia was called before the Australian government for comments abo…
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