Podcast

Squiz Today

Author: Squiz Media
Feed episode count: 2471
Official site: https://thesquiz.com.au
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Summary

A daily news podcast presented by Andrew Williams, Alice Dempster, Anna Pykett and Larissa Huntington, 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. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Top tip - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.

Episodes

Jul 16, 2026 · not_requested

Investigating antisemitism in our unis, and fashion's latest trip hazard

Duration seconds: 707
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1724859863.mp3

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Jul 16, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s the big deal with 'The Odyssey'

Duration seconds: 878
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3011836166.mp3

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Jul 15, 2026 · not_requested

Albanese lays out some AI rules, and the going price for a T-Rex

Duration seconds: 664
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9688798443.mp3

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Jul 14, 2026 · not_requested

Australia's new AI playbook, and a sweet space discovery

Duration seconds: 622
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5827955551.mp3

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Jul 14, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcut: What's happening with gambling ads in Oz?

Duration seconds: 954
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2568021281.mp3

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Jul 13, 2026 · not_requested

Paying tribute to Sam Neill, and a T-Rex could set T-records

Duration seconds: 784
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE6128702120.mp3

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Jul 12, 2026 · not_requested

Confusion over the Strait of Hormuz, and Mr WorldWide sets a world record

Duration seconds: 733
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3998810836.mp3

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Jul 9, 2026 · not_requested

Calling for answers over Telstra's outage, and the film that's got critics raving

Duration seconds: 692
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE6053017677.mp3

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Jul 9, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s going on with property prices?

Duration seconds: 860
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3789206103.mp3

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Jul 8, 2026 · not_requested

A Telstra outage causes chaos, and the Aussie star up for an Emmy

Duration seconds: 732
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9225936294.mp3

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Jul 7, 2026 · not_requested

China's missile test is condemned, and the cloning of a police icon

Duration seconds: 631
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5257401382.mp3

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Jul 7, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Australia’s theatre crisis

Duration seconds: 970
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1921721248.mp3

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Jul 6, 2026 · not_requested

Defence in the Pacific is back in focus, and why Neil the seal needs some space

Duration seconds: 707
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4993206475.mp3

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Jul 5, 2026 · not_requested

A funeral for Iran's Supreme Leader, and a surprise celeb officiates Taylor Swift's wedding

Duration seconds: 692
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2294853555.mp3

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Jul 2, 2026 · not_requested

The US turns 250, and a big weekend for the green and gold

Duration seconds: 654
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2198791544.mp3

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Jul 2, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: America’s 250th birthday

Duration seconds: 815
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5678924484.mp3

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Jul 1, 2026 · not_requested

The US eases restrictions on powerful AI, and the case of the forgotten pugs

Duration seconds: 557
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8922516915.mp3

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Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

New financial year changes are ahead, and our most attractive jobs

Duration seconds: 664
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8029176657.mp3

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Jun 30, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What's going on with the Beckhams?

Duration seconds: 871
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1632655564.mp3

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Jun 29, 2026 · not_requested

Antisemitism is back in focus, and men's fashion gets more transparent

Duration seconds: 681
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5510194496.mp3

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Jun 28, 2026 · not_requested

Serena serves up a comeback, and US passports get the Trump treatment

Duration seconds: 687
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1381478085.mp3

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Jun 25, 2026 · not_requested

A new political party takes shape, and Neil the seal is back again...

Duration seconds: 639
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2335300595.mp3

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Jun 25, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s going on at KPMG?

Duration seconds: 712
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9526904104.mp3

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Jun 24, 2026 · not_requested

Karl Stefanovic lands Nine in a bind, and Supergirl flies into cinemas

Duration seconds: 616
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3276440317.mp3

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Jun 23, 2026 · not_requested

A Green light for Labor's tax reforms, and an impressive interstellar find

Duration seconds: 633
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5700780526.mp3

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Jun 23, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: A change of PM in the UK

Duration seconds: 835
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5660752203.mp3

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Jun 22, 2026 · not_requested

Sir Keir Starmer calls it quits, and the plight of Vegemite lite

Duration seconds: 622
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8048420575.mp3

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Jun 21, 2026 · not_requested

Fuel relief is extended for another month, and a famous tree meets its end

Duration seconds: 618
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8004069733.mp3

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Series on Artificial Intelligence

Duration seconds: 108
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1279882175.mp3

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Series: Do Aussies trust AI?

Duration seconds: 1113
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5842697602.mp3

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Series: AI agents and the law

Duration seconds: 1021
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4398103575.mp3

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Jun 19, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Series: AI, national security, and the shifting world order

Duration seconds: 1155
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5150129729.mp3

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Jun 18, 2026 · not_requested

The US-Iran ceasefire is locked in, and unearthing a smaller Stonehenge

Duration seconds: 667
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7295393810.mp3

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Jun 18, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: The Socceroos World Cup squad

Duration seconds: 745
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1788584692.mp3

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Jun 17, 2026 · not_requested

Pauline Hanson addresses the press, and Toy Story 5 hits cinemas

Duration seconds: 655
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE6148495749.mp3

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

Interest rates hold steady, and the Williams sisters serve up their return

Duration seconds: 589
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2152553633.mp3

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Jun 16, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: A closer look at One Nation’s policies

Duration seconds: 968
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4687917568.mp3

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Jun 15, 2026 · not_requested

A US-Iran ceasefire is locked in, and Delta gets set to dance

Duration seconds: 653
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1422148485.mp3

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Jun 14, 2026 · not_requested

Trump talks up a peace deal, and the Socceroos beat the odds

Duration seconds: 707
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3586419015.mp3

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Jun 11, 2026 · not_requested

Trump hits the brakes on strikes, and going for gold in the T20 World Cup

Duration seconds: 646
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4186710563.mp3

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Jun 11, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: The Ebola outbreak

Duration seconds: 622
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7111644771.mp3

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Jun 10, 2026 · not_requested

The US and Iran trade strikes, and kicking off the FIFA World Cup

Duration seconds: 580
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8576571404.mp3

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

Another AI giant is going public, and an exciting day for Squiz Kids

Duration seconds: 753
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7934673755.mp3

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Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: The FIFA World Cup

Duration seconds: 1070
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5661130732.mp3

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Jun 8, 2026 · not_requested

Vale Professor Richard Scolyer, and Pink lights up the Tonys

Duration seconds: 740
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3234398149.mp3

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Jun 4, 2026 · not_requested

Trump threatens more tariffs, and the Bayeux Tapestry is on the move

Duration seconds: 671
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1839224038.mp3

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Jun 4, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Going deep on cave rescues

Duration seconds: 736
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4815573300.mp3

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Jun 3, 2026 · not_requested

The US and Iran trade strikes, and introducing our new co-host

Duration seconds: 783
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5062669464.mp3

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

Minimum wages get a boost, and a devilish mystery on the Gold Coast

Duration seconds: 626
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4798779846.mp3

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Jun 2, 2026 · not_requested

The heated rivalry behind the Stanley Cup

Duration seconds: 1622
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9957332896.mp3

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Jun 1, 2026 · not_requested

The tax reform debate continues, and Farnesy tickets are on sale

Duration seconds: 626
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8798425194.mp3

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May 31, 2026 · not_requested

An update to our AUKUS plans, and cashing in on horror

Duration seconds: 703
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8684768999.mp3

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May 28, 2026 · not_requested

The government launches a lawsuit over PFAS, and a huge French Open upset

Duration seconds: 648
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5768420554.mp3

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May 28, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Teal or no teal

Duration seconds: 882
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8869087364.mp3

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May 27, 2026 · not_requested

Tax changes are introduced to parliament, and NASA's grand moon plan

Duration seconds: 668
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4446260830.mp3

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May 26, 2026 · not_requested

The US launches strikes on Iran, and Ferrari goes electric

Duration seconds: 628
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9976653759.mp3

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May 26, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: A Kylie commotion

Duration seconds: 939
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1727822813.mp3

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May 25, 2026 · not_requested

Vale Neale Daniher, and the GOATs of cheese compete

Duration seconds: 862
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7842985699.mp3

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May 24, 2026 · not_requested

A murky peace deal between the US and Iran, and roaches take over in India

Duration seconds: 680
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4707283791.mp3

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May 21, 2026 · not_requested

Australia criticises an Israeli minister, and the reviews are in for Kylie

Duration seconds: 629
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8150991884.mp3

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May 21, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: The woolly history of UGG boots

Duration seconds: 709
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE8210631376.mp3

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May 20, 2026 · not_requested

More federal Budget fallout, and a teenager's lofty achievement

Duration seconds: 640
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4490357171.mp3

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

A former Governor-General dies, and Stephen Colbert's swansong

Duration seconds: 680
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5246903685.mp3?updated=1779221870

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May 19, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Explaining hantavirus

Duration seconds: 768
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3840279647.mp3?updated=1779151945

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May 18, 2026 · not_requested

Putin heads to Beijing, and an asteroid blasts by Earth

Duration seconds: 662
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4832151229.mp3?updated=1779135121

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May 17, 2026 · not_requested

An Ebola outbreak in Africa, and Delta just misses out in Eurovision

Duration seconds: 657
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE6497301990.mp3?updated=1779048458

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May 14, 2026 · not_requested

China rolls out the red carpet for Trump, and some prehistoric dental work

Duration seconds: 645
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3367616820.mp3?updated=1778789782

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May 14, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Australia’s immigration debate

Duration seconds: 765
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE6055125958.mp3?updated=1778721887

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May 13, 2026 · not_requested

Trump and Xi prepare to meet, and the end of a rugby league era

Duration seconds: 658
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7461292991.mp3?updated=1778703231

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May 12, 2026 · not_requested

Chalmers unveils the Budget, and Eurovision's back again

Duration seconds: 632
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5438085419.mp3?updated=1778615831

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May 12, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Is the social media ban for under 16s working?

Duration seconds: 1095
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7480872826.mp3?updated=1778547699

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May 11, 2026 · not_requested

Budget day is here, and whales make waves

Duration seconds: 648
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7887593680.mp3?updated=1778530275

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May 10, 2026 · not_requested

One Nation wins big in Farrer, and Australian Fashion Week begins

Duration seconds: 602
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3247958240.mp3?updated=1778443714

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May 7, 2026 · not_requested

Australia's ISIS brides return home, and a global icon turns 100

Duration seconds: 634
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4029329460.mp3?updated=1778184942

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May 6, 2026 · not_requested

Inching closer to a peace deal, and the blue dot fever phenomenon

Duration seconds: 595
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7439527299.mp3?updated=1778097662

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May 6, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Fashion Critical's take on the 2026 Met Gala

Duration seconds: 1204
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2620785066.mp3?updated=1778041094

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May 5, 2026 · not_requested

Another rate hike as inflation bites, and a sight to see in the night sky

Duration seconds: 615
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7622357953.mp3?updated=1778011769

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May 5, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: Getting the Port of Darwin back

Duration seconds: 738
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3089752938.mp3?updated=1777939059

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May 4, 2026 · not_requested

A new plan in the Strait of Hormuz, and the Spurs are under pressure

Duration seconds: 589
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3245531831.mp3?updated=1777927326

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May 3, 2026 · not_requested

Hearing from those impacted by antisemitism, and ARIA's new Hall of Famers

Duration seconds: 580
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE3250272174.mp3?updated=1777838556

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Apr 30, 2026 · not_requested

A tragic end in the search for a little girl, and the Blues claim the first Origin win

Duration seconds: 613
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5370527781.mp3?updated=1777580175

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Apr 30, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: The fight against illegal tobacco

Duration seconds: 739
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE7059749406.mp3?updated=1777516798

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Apr 29, 2026 · not_requested

Inflation jumps up again, and a stylish sequel hits cinemas

Duration seconds: 585
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE5595516874.mp3?updated=1777493086

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

The search for a 5yo in Central Australia, and Taylor Swift moves on AI

Duration seconds: 614
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9193196328.mp3?updated=1777406764

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Apr 28, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s changed since Port Arthur

Duration seconds: 702
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2843543686.mp3?updated=1777347749

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Apr 27, 2026 · not_requested

An assassination attempt in the US, and Michael scores big at the box office

Duration seconds: 632
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE1177991120.mp3?updated=1777333122

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Apr 23, 2026 · not_requested

Shoring up our fuel supply, and commemorating Anzac Day

Duration seconds: 724
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE9641313245.mp3?updated=1776975411

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Apr 23, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What is the Taroom Trough?

Duration seconds: 761
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE2228482459.mp3?updated=1776909533

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Apr 22, 2026 · not_requested

The NDIS gets an overhaul, and the King of Pop's movie flop

Duration seconds: 625
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4552299874.mp3?updated=1776887825

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

Time runs down on the Iran ceasefire, and a birthday fit for a Queen

Duration seconds: 656
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE6106203173.mp3?updated=1776803128

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Apr 21, 2026 · not_requested

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s at stake in Farrer

Duration seconds: 1478
Source: https://pdst.fm/e/traffic.megaphone.fm/STHZE4430463195.mp3?updated=1776737043

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