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| Sunscreen crackdown, no apology from One Nation + Anthropic on Wall Street? | 27 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
New regulations are being floated to ensure sunscreen does what is says on the label. It follows an explosive report from last year that showed a bunch of brands failed to meet their SPF claims. We hear about the proposed changes and whether they go far enough. And, is Senator Jacqui Lambie owed an apology? She's called One Nation's online political content that mocked her prolapse as "divisive" and "awful", but the creator says he's just trying to "do the best thing for the country and for satire". Plus, hey Claude please explain this Anthropic IPO stuff to me... oh wait never mind there's a human expert on hack. Listen now: 01:02 - One Nation cartoon 07:55 - Sunscreen SPF scandal 21:43 - Anthropic IPO Guests:
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| Four pivotal elections, selling 'sunlight on demand' + cultural mutton birding | 26 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
Four elections around the world could be about to shift international politics. Voters have been gathering in the streets in celebration and protest of what is yet to come. We get you across the developments for Brazil, Serbia, the US and IsraelAnd, federal politicians returned to parliament today for the first time since the attack on Helen Haines. Parliamentary business was suspended to allow MPs to share messages of support.Plus, a US start-up is planning on selling ‘sunlight on demand’ via giant mirrors in space. Sorry, what? Finally, we hear about mutton birding – an Indigenous tradition that's been happening in Tasmania for thousands of years.Listen now: 01:09 – Global elections 12:44 – Helen Haines tributes 17:25 – Selling sunlight 25:00 – Mutton birding Guests:
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| DEEP DIVE: How Gen Z's drinking culture is changing Aussie pubs | 23 oct. 2026 | 00:11:00 | |
For years we’ve been hearing about how entertainment venues have struggled to stay afloat because of rising costs and shifting drinking habits. Gen Z drinking is drinking less than other generations, and it’s changed how they go out. But some pubs and venues are finding creative ways to attract a new generation. On this week's deep dive you'll hear about what young people are looking for in a night out, and how businesses are adapting. Guests:
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| THE SHAKEUP: Helen Haines's attack, huge Airbnb rule change + you forget something? | 23 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
It's been a heavy week of news with the alleged targeted attack on MP Helen Haines. We unpack what's unfolded online and in the political sphere And, soon Airbnb will ban hosts from making guests do check-out chores like washing dishes and stripping the sheets (finally). It's got hosts pretty fired up, so how are guests feeling? Plus, the Victorian Premier Ben Carroll made headlines this week when he drove off without paying for his petrol. True to the warnings plastered on every pump, the servo called the cops! He's since settled the bill (it was an accident) but it got us wondering, what have you forgotten to pay for? Host Dave Marchese is joined by former Labor government staffer Alisha Aitken-Radburn and Zak Kirkup, former member of the Liberal Party. Get the whole story from hack:
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| How young disabled people are feeling about Laneway + the Israeli activist calling for peace | 22 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
Heaps of people are pumped about Laneway next year, but not everyone - some are nervous after the accessibility issues of the 2026 festival. Laneway has announced a new disability inclusion plan that they say has taken on the feedback. So what's changing, and how are young people in the disability community feeling about attending? Plus, how do you turn the biggest trauma of your life into something positive? Activist Yonatan Zeigen was on the phone to his mother during the Hamas-led attacks that killed her on October 7. He tells hack how his mother’s death generated a new voice in him. Listen now: 01:03 – Laneway accessibility 08:41 – Yonatan Zeigen Guests:
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| INTERVIEW: Yonatan's mum was killed in the October 7 attacks. He's spent three years calling for peace. | 21 oct. 2026 | 00:21:00 | |
Yonatan Zeigen's mum Vivian Silver was one of the most prominent victims of the 2023 October 7 Hamas-led attacks on Israel. The human rights activist spent her last moments speaking with her son Yonatan before being killed in a massacre. But instead of responding to the death with anger, Yonatan decided to take on his mum's mission of pushing for peace. In this week's long listen, Yonatan tells Dave why his mother's death was a wakeup call, what he believes is the way forward for Palestinians and Israelis, and his biggest fear ahead of Israel's upcoming elections. Guests:
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| Haines health update, Sportsbet slammed after suicide + run clubs over nightclubs? | 21 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
Despite reports that Gen Z is drinking less, the 'experience economy' has some pubs packed with young people. So how are they doing it? And, a coroner in Victoria has ruled that a gambling addiction led a 22-year-old man to suicide. We unpack the findings from the coroner’s report. Also, the NSW government says it will use legislation to allow the expansion of a Hunter Valley coal mine – despite a high court ruling against it. The move has been called "reprehensible" by a former Supreme Court Judge. Finally, the latest on Helen Haines's condition and the charges laid against her attacker. Listen now: 01:11 – Haines health update 06:36 – Coroner's gambling findings 12:55 – Hunter Valley coal mine expansion 19:46 – Gen Z drinking less Guests:
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| The fallout from the attack on MP Helen Haines | 20 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
Australia's been left stunned after independent MP Helen Haines was attacked outside her electorate office in regional Victoria. In this special edition of hack, we hear the latest from the investigation, speak with friends and colleagues of Helen Haines about how they're feeling, and ask how this has changed Australian politics. Guests:
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| Violent protests in Europe, Greens senator speaks out, pregnancy discrimination + PhD poverty | 19 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
Police in France have been firing tear gas and stun grenades into crowds, and the streets are littered with burnt cars, but these riots started as peaceful student protests. Why did the demonstrations escalate and how did they spread to other parts of Europe? And, Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has released a lengthy statement on social media denying allegations of inappropriate conduct towards women and has blamed his party for the public fallout. Plus, why are so many women coming forward alleging pregnancy discrimination at their job? Finally, PhD students say that the stipend is not enough to live off and that it’s discouraging students from pursuing important research. Listen now: 01:16 – Protests in Europe 06:22 – Jordon Steele-John responds 11:29 – PhD stipend 20:02 – Pregnancy discrimination Guests:
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| DEEP DIVE: Can you be fired for being gay? | 16 oct. 2026 | 00:17:00 | |
Did you know you could lose your job for being gay, getting divorced or falling pregnant? Protections in our national laws shield people from discrimination based on gender, sexuality, marital and pregnancy status, but exemptions allow religious schools to discriminate in certain circumstances for religious reasons. A new bill attempts to change this, and has reignited debate between faith-based organisations and LGBTQIA+ advocates. On this week’s Deep Dive, host Dave Marchese sits down with Michelle Pearse, CEO of the Australian Christian Lobby, and James, an LGBTQIA+ advocate, to hear both sides of the argument. Guests:
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| THE SHAKEUP: First day fails, Trump cans live stream, Shane Gillis joke falls flat + Kelly Clarkson v bird | 16 oct. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
New US press secretary Katie Zacharia’s first week on the job has been a bumpy ride with a rocky debut press conference followed by intense questioning over her qualifications. So, we hear about your first day bungles. And, comedian Shane Gillis is in hot water over a joke about women’s gym outfits in his SNL monologue. Critics have labelled it sexist and misogynistic. Plus, Donald Trump has confirmed the execution of Nihal Hasan by firing squad will not be live streamed, following intense backlash. Also, Kelly Clarkson had her Pretty Woman moment... over a $22k mechanical bird? Host Dave Marchese is joined by author and comedian, Lucinda Price AKA Froomes, and journalist, Marty Smiley. Listen now: 03:43 – Live stream execution off 10:51 – Press secretary bungles first day 18:11 – Shane Gillies SNL joke 25:10 – Kelly Clarkson v bird Guests:
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| Should Youth Allowance be scrapped? Greens senator allegations + the state of men | 15 oct. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave from the Greens party room today, following allegations he made inappropriate comments toward women, which he denies. We get you across it. And, should we scrap Youth Allowance? A new report from Anglicare Australia reckons yes – saying young people shouldn’t get less than the regular Job Seeker Payment. Plus, we’re joined by journalist and host of new documentary The State of Man, Marc Fennell, who has investigated the world of the manosphere, and reveals what he thinks could be the antidote. Listen now: 01:11 – Jordon Steele-John allegations 05:05 – Nixing Youth Allowance? 14:05 – The ‘manosphere’ and more Guests:
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| INTERVIEW: What really goes on inside the 'manosphere'? | 14 oct. 2026 | 00:20:00 | |
What's attracting Aussie guys into the manosphere? It's a question investigative journalist Marc Fennell has set out to answer in his new ABC documentary The State of Man. Marc's journey started in his own home, after his young sons stumbled upon Joe Rogan while watching Minecraft videos on YouTube. In this chat he unpacks his trip around the world, speaking with self-described incels, fitness bros, trad wives and police, and reveals what he thinks could be the antidote to the manosphere. Guests:
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| Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers | 14 oct. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
Should prisoners be allowed to freeze their eggs? A 'landmark' High Court decision could soon give one Queenslander prisoner the chance after her initial application was rejected. And the NT government has announced it will make pepper spray available to 16 and 17-year-olds as it moves to permanently legalise the weapon for self-defence. We speak to both sides of the debate. Plus, it’s not often you see intergenerational competition in sport... unless you attend your local wood chopping competition, where it’s often passed down through families. Listen now: 01:10 – Prison reproductive health 07:01 – Legalising pepper spray 24:55 – Fourth-generation wood choppers Guests:
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| Freedom of religion or discrimination? Plus, the impacts of a live-streamed execution | 13 oct. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
In Australia today, you can still lose your job for being gay, getting divorced, or getting pregnant. How? Because of exemptions for religious schools that they say are about freedom of religion, not discrimination. But a new bill has been introduced to change those exemptions. We unpack both sides of the discussion. Plus, can Australia stop an execution from being live streamed? Listen now: 01:14 – Live-streamed execution 12:02 – Sex Discrimination Act Guests:
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| Coming home botched, WA’s ‘mega uni' + Trump’s surprise ceasefire | 12 oct. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
An estimated 15,000 Aussies head overseas for surgery each year – but some people are stepping off the plane home with botched results and infections. We hear about what changes Aussies are getting done overseas, and what's going wrong. And, three of Western Australia's biggest universities are potentially merging, but not everyone is happy about it. Plus, Trump has called an ‘energy ceasefire’ between Ukraine and Russia, which was a surprise to Ukraine’s President Zelensky. So... what exactly is an ‘energy ceasefire’? Listen now: 01:13 – University merger 12:26 – Energy ceasefire 18:40 – Medical tourism Guests:
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| DEEP DIVE: Why politicians can't stop talking about immigration | 09 oct. 2026 | 00:23:00 | |
This week the Coalition dropped it's new migration policy. It's promised to slash the number of international students coming to Australia and put a bigger focus on skilled migrants. So how does this stack up to what Labor and One Nation are proposing? And what would it mean for Australia's economy? On this week's Deep Dive, host Dave Marchese speaks to ABC Finance presenter Alan Kohler to unpack the Coalition's migration plan. Plus, Dave asks Liberal MP Andrew Hastie if his party is just copying Pauline Hanson. Guest:
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| THE SHAKEUP: The cost of being single, what next for Christa Pike + AI election ads | 09 oct. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
Christa Pike is alive, talking, and reportedly ‘angry’, after surviving a botched execution. So what happens now? And, a One Nation electoral ad has gone viral this week – but not only for its content. It’s raised the question, should AI be allowed in political ads? Plus, is the ‘singles tax’ real? Apparently, it’s costing people thousands of dollars a year... Also, would you cheat... in a marathon? A fitness influencer’s been caught hitching a ride mid-race. Host, Dave Marchese, is joined by Daily Aus Editor-in-Chief , Billi FitzSimons, and comedian, Billy D’Arcy. Listen now: 04:10 – What now for Christa Pike? 12:10 – AI in election ads 19:50 – The ‘singles tax’ 26:40 – Marathon cheater Guests:
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| Hastie's haters, landmark ruling for NSW coal mine + giving away 10% of your income... forever | 08 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
What are the risks of cutting back on immigration? Yesterday, the Coalition released its long-awaited migration policy to dramatically cut back on international students in favour of skilled migrants. Today, Liberal MP Andrew Hastie joined hack to respond to criticism about the plan. And, we unpack a landmark High Court decision for a NSW coal mine and fossil fuel emissions. Plus, would you commit to donating 10% of your income forever? How about a kidney? We’re joined by Hu Pennington - who has done both of those things - to hear about ‘effective altruism’. Listen now: 01:13 – The Coalition on migration criticism 14:00– Landmark climate ruling 18:41– Effective Altruism unpacked Guests:
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| INTERVIEW: The 'effective altruist' who gave up his kidney | 07 oct. 2026 | 00:19:00 | |
How far would you go to help people you have never met? Would you commit to giving away a proportion of your income for the rest of your life or even donate a kidney? Hu Pennington has done both in the name of "effective altruism" — a social movement centred around positive impact and charity. In this chat with Dave, Hu explains why he decided to give his kidney to a stranger, and how his family reacted when he told them. Guests:
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| Christa Pike survives, the coalition's migration plan + networking out bush | 07 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
The stories that matter to The Coalition have dropped their new migration policy with promises to slash visa numbers across the board. So what do the experts think? And how does it compare to the Labor and One Nation plans announced earlier this year? Plus, Christa Pike is talking in hospital after surviving a failed execution last week. Pike, 50, has been on death row for 30 years after murdering her classmate in 1995. So, what went wrong with the execution and what happens now? And, how do you network when your nearest colleague is hundreds of kilometres away? We unpack the new initiative helping young rural workers connect. Listen now: 01:21 – Migration policies explained 11:14 – Christa Pike still alive 25:21 – Networking out bush Guests:
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| OpenAI says sorry, publicly owned supermarkets + is the plague back? | 06 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
The big tech companies were in the hot seat today, ready to be grilled at a parliamentary inquiry into artificial intelligence. We listened in to find out what they were asked, and what they had to say. And, the Greens want to force Coles and Woolworths to sell off 200 stores so they can be publicly owned - much like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan for his city. Why do this? To make groceries cheaper, says Max Chandler-Mather. But we have more questions. Plus, there's been reports of a suspected plague death in Russia that has health experts monitoring closely. So, how worried should we be?Finally, we talk about a country pub with some unexpected stars taking the stage. Listen now: 01:15 – AI inquiry 06:07 – The Greens’ supermarket idea 18:53 – Pneumonic plague 24:17 – Outback drag Guests:
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| DEEP DIVE: The illegal trade targeting Aussie reptiles | 02 oct. 2026 | 00:12:00 | |
Australia's native reptiles are highly sought after overseas, with some fetching hundreds and thousands of dollars. But exporting live native reptiles for commercial purposes is illegal — so criminal networks are finding other ways to get them out of the country. This week, we're looking at the illegal trade in Australian reptiles, and the unlikely group of people getting caught up in it. Host Gabby Katanasho is joined by Dr Sebastian Chekunov, who's extensively researched wildlife crime, to unpack how the trade works, where our reptiles are going, and why it matters Guest:
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| THE SHAKEUP: The Cornell case, the rebrands we hated + what happens if you date at work? | 02 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
The lawsuit alleging a gang rape at Cornell University has sparked a cultural movement that might be the biggest since #MeToo. It's all anyone is talking about right now... but do enough men join the conversation when it really matters? And, how do we create a culture that doesn't enable sexual violence? And, Donald Trump decided AI needed a rebrand this week, and signed an executive order to rename it "Super Intelligence", or "SI". Catchy? Jury's out, but it got us thinking, what are some of the great rebrand flops of all time? Also, the Singapore government is trying to play cupid... for its staff! Is this a good idea or a very bad one? Host Gabby Katanasho is joined by author and creator Jack Toohey and senior writer at Pedestrian TV and co-host of Broadly Relevant", Simran Pasricha. Get the whole story from hack:
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| New Greens leader just dropped, mid-flight cockpit attack + Australia’s DV ‘national crisis’ | 01 oct. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
Just 24 hours ago, the Greens got a new leader. David Shoebridge shares what he wants young people to know, how the party will combat its ‘unserious’ reputation, and his promise of a ‘red-hot fight’ against Labor and One Nation. Plus, a plane flying to Tel Aviv dropped more than 15-thousand feet, in less than a minute, with a bloody struggle in the cockpit. We get into what's known. And, we're joined by Noongar woman, victim-survivor and DV advocate, Alison Scott. In 2019, her sister was murdered by her partner. She explains what it will take to protect some of the most vulnerable in our society, and what it's like for those who have lost family to domestic violence. Listen now: 00:58 – Cockpit attack 03:40 – Say hello to the new Greens leader 14:51 – Australia’s DV crisis Guests:
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| INTERVIEW: 'It never leaves you.' The pain of advocacy after your sister is murdered | 30 sept. 2026 | 00:25:00 | |
Warning: This story contains images and descriptions of an Indigenous person who has died. How do we stop women and children being murdered? It's a question politicians, communities and families have been grappling with for decades. And, it seems we're still looking for the answer. Last month, across 10 hours, three women were allegedly killed by men they knew in separate attacks. Politicians have called the deaths 'profoundly distressing' but said more funding alone won’t solve this problem. So what will? Alison Scott has been working in this space for nearly three decades. She is a victim-survivor and her sister was murdered by her partner in 2019. In this week's long listen Alison tells Gabby Katanasho about the moment she learnt her sister had been murdered, the continued pain of losing someone to domestic violence, and how she thinks the system needs to change. Editor’s note: During this discussion, it is stated that Jessica Bairnsfather-Scott died at 22, however she was 32. We asked the WA government what it is doing to improve outcomes for First Nations people impacted by family violence. In response a spokesperson said the government is committed to reducing incidents of family and domestic violence, and has committed $817.5 million to fund preventative measures since 2017. The spokesperson said the government is implementing a system reform plan that was informed by extensive consultation with Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations, people with lived experience and the domestic violence sector. They said the reforms are complex and that the government remains committed to ongoing engagement with the community."Our focus remains on achieving a family and domestic violence system that is safer, more culturally responsive and better equipped to meet the needs of Aboriginal victim-survivors, children and families." Guests:
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| Contraception myths, Man City found guilty + what's AI at uni costing you? | 30 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
A recent study found a majority of popular TikToks about birth control weren't posted by medical professionals. So, how do you sift through this so-called 'expert' advice online? And one of the biggest football teams in the world, Manchester City, is currently wrapped up in one of sports' biggest scandals... and they've been found guilty. So how serious is this, and what will happen to the club that has dominated the English Premier League for the last decade? Plus, what happens when 31 tonnes of whale washes up on an Aussie beach? The local council hauls it to the tip... but how do they get it there? Why the tip? Tell me more! Finally, is AI getting in the way of uni students developing the skills they'll need when they graduate? Listen now: 01:21 - AI in uni 13:30 - Manchester City found guilty 19:30 - Contraception misconception 23:47 - Whale carcass Guests:
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| Drugs, firearms and... Aussie reptiles? 15-year interest rate high + Beau Lamarre-Condon trial | 29 sept. 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
Internationally the reptile trade is big business – and Aussie reptiles are being pulled into it. We learn how criminal syndicates are smuggling Australian animals out of the country. Also, the Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates to the highest level since 2011. But how does that actually impact young Aussies? Plus, the Beau Lamarre-Condon trial has started. He's accused of the double murder of his former lover, Jesse Baird, and Jesse's new boyfriend, Luke Davies. We bring you up to speed on what happened in the first week of the trial. Listen now: 01:12 - Interest rates rise 11:32 - Beau Lamarre-Condon trial 18:12 - Illegal reptile trade Guests:
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| Politics in the family group chat, Iran's rejected offer + footy underdogs | 28 sept. 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
It’s a typical weeknight at home: you’re sitting at the dinner table, arguing with your parents about politics. Sound familiar? Some research suggests Gen Z is the least likely generation to support One Nation, while support among Gen X and Boomers is strongest. So what’s it like when you and your parents can’t see eye to eye on politics? And we get into Iran’s offer to open the Strait of Hormuz – a global shipping route that’s key to rising fuel prices around the world – and just how quickly the US Government rejected their proposal. Plus, have you heard about the ‘snack exchange’? Part food adventure, part cultural exchange, all happening through the mail. Finally, we get into the huge weekend of footy we’ve just had – all about the underdogs, and all about the heartbreak. Listen now: 01:22 - Iran’s latest proposal 05:54 - Intergenerational political divide 18:57 - The ‘snack exchange’ 23:20 - Footy’s heartbreaking weekend Guests:
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| DEEP DIVE: The AI FIFO worker selling adult content online | 25 sept. 2026 | 00:15:13 | |
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:
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| THE SHAKEUP: Tones & I NRL drama, living at home forever + are you lurking online with a 'finsta'? | 25 sept. 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
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:
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| AI agent hacks Medicare + who is still romantic in 2026? | 24 sept. 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
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:
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| INTERVIEW: The most 'romantic' job in the world | 23 sept. 2026 | 00:28:00 | |
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:
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| Do you care if your porn is AI? Trump threatens Iran + AFL fans brave the Nullarbor | 23 sept. 2026 | 00:29:00 | |
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:
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| Are young Aussies condemned to work forever? Boycott against Trump + dating app dangers | 22 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| Are we in a DV crisis? Sudan civil war + the impact of fast fashion | 21 sept. 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
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:
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| DEEP DIVE: What Molly's friends wish they knew about domestic violence | 18 sept. 2026 | 00:14:00 | |
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:
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| THE SHAKEUP: HYROX pooer, Sheeran v Macklemore + that Sydney Sweeney ad | 18 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| Labor's immigration plan is here + the grief of dementia as a carer | 17 sept. 2026 | 00:30:00 | |
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:
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| INTERVIEW: Caring for someone while they forget | 16 sept. 2026 | 00:33:00 | |
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:
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| Aussie music vs AI battle reignites, buying a house with a heartfelt letter + Enviro Minister explains himself | 16 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| Macklemore silenced? Pauline's immigration plan + banana farmers fuming at Coles | 15 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| Will AI really end us? Supporting a friend through DV + Sydney Sweeney backlash | 14 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| DEEP DIVE: Can the government really get big tech to turn off algorithms? | 11 sept. 2026 | 00:19:00 | |
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:
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| THE SHAKEUP: Remembering 9/11, the Trump dividend + what is Aussie youth culture? | 11 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| 'Far left' called out by the SA Premier, One Nation cartoon controversy + life as a climate scientist | 10 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| INTERVIEW: Is all hope lost? We asked a climate scientist | 09 sept. 2026 | 00:25:00 | |
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:
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| Behind the pork-barrelling accusations, Mexico murder trial + sanctioning Israeli settlements | 09 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| Should social media algorithms have an off switch + government ditches recycling plan | 08 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
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:
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| One Nation's controversial super plan, veteran support capped + the world map gets a makeover | 07 sept. 2026 | 00:31:00 | |
One Nation has a new pitch for superannuation: that Aussies should be able to access their super payments to help pay for the mortgage or rent. But what do experts think? And almost two years since the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide produced 122 recommendations, the government has introduced a $5,000 cap on allied health services for veterans. Plus, why has the UN just endorsed a new world map? Listen now: 00:55 - One Nation's super plan 12:31 - Veteran allied health cap 24:38 - New world map Guests:
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