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The latest GDP figures show Australia’s economy is growing very slowly. So slowly, in fact, the Australian Bureau of Statistics just recorded the softest annual economic growth since the early 90s (outside the pandemic).

So, why? Independent economist Nicki Hutley helps us make sense of the data in today’s deep dive.

Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler
Producer: Orla Maher
Guest: Nicki Hutley

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This week, X was banned in Brazil due to a Supreme Court decision over what can and can’t be said online.It is the latest in a string of lawsuits and bad news engulfing X. Although, X itself paints a different picture.So, about two years on from when billionaire Elon Musk took over the ownership of X, what is happening to it and what does it’s future look like? We’ll take a look in today’s episode.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FitzSimons
Producer: Orla Maher

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Ever been out with mates after work when your manager’s number flashes up on your phone screen?

From today, you can now legally refuse a call or text from your boss once you’ve clocked off. The laws were developed over concerns about modern workplaces and smartphones invading personal lives.

In today’s deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at what’s changing, what this law means for workers and employers, and what the TDA audience told us they think about the right to disconnect.

Hosts: Harry Sekulich and Zara Seidler
Producer: Emmeline Peterson

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The Prime Minister has announced several new measures to combat domestic violence. It comes after new data this week revealed the rate of women killed by a partner in Australia increased by nearly 30% in 2022/23 compared to the previous year.

Today on the podcast, we unpack yesterday’s announcement and explain what the Government’s national plan to combat violence against women actually is.

You can always call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732

Read more about the student arrests in the U.S.
Read the report from the Australian Institute of Criminology

Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler
Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson

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This week, a hate speech trial against One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson has begun in the Federal Court. It comes after Hanson was accused of racially discriminating against Greens Deputy Leader Mehreen Faruqi in a social media post from 2022. Hanson and Faruqi have both faced questioning so far in the hearing.

On today’s podcast, we’ll explain what Hanson said, the context of the case, and what could happen next.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson

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With the federal budget just over two weeks away, the economy is set to come roaring back into focus on your newsfeed. So, we thought we'd get you up to speed well in advance. How are we going with inflation and the cost of living? What should you expect from HECS and HELP debt indexation this year? And what early clues do we have about this year's budget?

Today on the podcast, we speak to the Australia Institute and the Centre for Future Work’s Chief Economist, Greg Jericho, to take a temperature check of the economy.

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Guest: Greg Jericho, Chief Economist at the Australia Institute and the Centre for Future Work
Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson

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It’s been labelled Australia’s ‘national shame' - so far this year, 27 women have been killed in acts of gender-based violence. Now, the country’s Domestic Violence Commissioner is convening a crisis meeting of leaders from across the country to figure out what comes next. It comes as thousands marched in rallies over the weekend calling for stronger action. On today's podcast, we’ll discuss the context, what the government is saying and what comes next in this national conversation about women's safety.

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Read Jess Hill's article 'We won’t stop violence against women with conversations about respect. This is not working. We need to get real'

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
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In a first for Australia, two people have launched an independent campaign to win a single seat at the next federal election. Bronwen Bock and Lucy Bradlow hope to run together for the same seat of Higgins and share the responsibilities of a federal politician. Today on the podcast, we speak to Bronwen and Lucy to ask them all our questions about how and if this could work.

Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler
Guests: Bronwen Bock and Lucy Bradlow
Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson

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Earlier this week, the Victorian Government announced it would not proceed with plans to open a second supervised injecting room in Melbourne.

On today’s podcast, we’re going to look at why the Victorian Government backflipped on its commitment, what the context of the decision is and how the community has responded.

Listen to our episode 'Could TikTok actually be banned in the U.S.?'

Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Billi FitzSimons
Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson

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When Elon Musk bought Twitter, he promised to make the social media platform a haven for free speech.

Tonight, that commitment will be challenged in court by the Australian Government, as the eSafety Commissioner has demanded footage of last week’s Sydney church stabbing to be removed from the platform.

On today's podcast, we’ll explain the controversy and why the ‘free speech’ argument might not hold up in an Australian court.

Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Billi FitzSimons
Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson

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