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| Are we actually headed for a recession? | 04 Sep 2024 | 00:16:55 | |
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 The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. If you’d like to support us, the best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. Also, telling a friend about TDA always helps! Want more from TDA? Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Have feedback for us? We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Is this the beginning of the end for X? | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:18:39 | |
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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The legal right to ignore your boss begins today | 25 Aug 2024 | 00:14:40 | |
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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What is the plan to end men's violence against women? | 01 May 2024 | 00:15:45 | |
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. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s sponsor: Learn the simple steps you can take to protect yourself online See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Pauline Hanson is being sued for hate speech | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:10:06 | |
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 Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s sponsor: Learn the simple steps you can take to protect yourself online See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Is Australia’s economy still struggling? | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:18:14 | |
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 Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Australia’s ‘national shame’ | 28 Apr 2024 | 00:10:55 | |
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. You can always call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 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 Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| These women want to job-share the role of a politician | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:13:03 | |
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 Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why Victoria is abandoning a second supervised injecting room | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:09:54 | |
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 Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Elon Musk vs the Australian Government | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:12:27 | |
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 Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What is the media's responsibility in the wake of a tragedy? | 22 Apr 2024 | 00:22:52 | |
In the hours following the tragic murder of six people in Sydney’s Bondi Junction, families of some of the victims issued statement requesting that media remove images that were being circulated online. At the time, one victim’s family said that having those unauthorised photos being republished by the media was causing their loved ones “extreme distress”. On today’s podcast, we speak to Tarang Chawla about the media’s responsibility when it comes to reporting tragedies like we saw in Sydney recently. Tarang is an award-winning human rights activist, broadcaster, and lawyer. He is the co-founder of 'Not One More Niki', named in memory of his younger sister Nikita who was murdered in 2015. This podcast deals with domestic violence - if you or someone you know needs help, you can reach 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What is going on with Iran and Israel? | 21 Apr 2024 | 00:13:42 | |
Iran and Israel have long been adversaries, with tensions between the two Middle Eastern countries developing over decades. However, this month marks the first time either country has launched a direct attack on the other. In today's deep dive, we’re going to look at why direct conflict between these two nations is so significant, the context of geopolitical tension and why the global community is calling for immediate de-escalation. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Your good news fix to end the week | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:13:42 | |
It’s been a week of really heavy news so for today’s episode of the podcast, we thought we’d bring you a round up of some of the uplifting stories from the week. From the arts, to sport and scientific innovation, we’ve got a wrap in today’s deep dive to take you into the weekend feeling a bit better about the state of the world. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Advice for a long life and your week in good news | 23 Aug 2024 | 00:11:14 | |
To get this good news weekly, you can sign up to our Good Newsletter here. In this week's good news wrap, we discuss sage advice from the world's oldest person, Coldplay's Taylor Swift tribute, the Netball Marathon and a new scientific discovery that could protect critical infrastructure. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The first U.S. president to face a criminal trial | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:18:58 | |
This week, Donald Trump has become the first U.S. President to face a criminal trial. It relates to the alleged cover-up of payments used to silence adult film star Stormy Daniels in the lead-up to the 2016 presidential election. In today's podcast, we speak to Planet America host Chas Licciardello about what the trial means, why it's important, and what happens next for the presidential hopeful. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Harry Sekulich Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why the church stabbing was labelled a terrorist act | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:15:16 | |
Just two days after the traumatic events of Saturday’s mass stabbing in Bondi Junction, another major event unfolded in Sydney on Monday night, when a Bishop was stabbed in a church in the city’s west. Yesterday, NSW Police declared the event a terrorist act. On today’s podcast, we’re going to look at what happened, what actually constitutes an act of terrorism, and some steps for how to handle such a difficult period in the news. Help is always available. Lifeline: 13 11 14 Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Bruce Lehrmann has lost his defamation case. What does that mean? | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:18:31 | |
Yesterday, Justice Michael Lee handed down his judgement in the defamation case Bruce Lehrmann brought against journalist Lisa Wilkinson and Network Ten, finding that it was more likely than not Lehrmann raped fellow Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins in 2019 and therefore wasn’t defamed. In today's podcast, we'll explain the outcome of the civil case and what it means. Remember you can always call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What we know about the Sydney stabbings | 14 Apr 2024 | 00:17:09 | |
Over the weekend, Australia was rocked by the killing of at least six people at the Bondi Junction Westfield shopping centre in Sydney’s east. At the time of recording, there are a number of victims who remain in a critical condition, and it’s possible the death toll could rise further. On today’s podcast, we’ll update you on what happened, how the community has responded, and the questions that remain. Help is always available. Lifeline: 13 11 14 Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Is renting your clothes actually better for the environment? | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:17:59 | |
In the age of fast fashion and on-demand expectations of clothing, a new trend is emerging: renting. More and more people are looking to borrow clothes or rent their own clothes out, both for sustainability and financial reasons. Today on the podcast, we speak to Dr Lisa Lake, Director of UTS’ Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion & Textiles, about the way her team is working to track the environmental impact of borrowing and renting clothes. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why a women-only app is being sued in Australia | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:12:59 | |
A transgender woman is suing a social media app for discrimination in the Federal Court. Roxanne Tickle launched legal action against 'Giggle for Girls' after she was removed from the app in 2021, and claims she was discriminated against unfairly because of her gender. The creator of the app denies any wrongdoing, and has repeatedly denied that Tickle is female. Today on the podcast we’ll deep dive into the details of this case, and explain why it's so important. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Do Australian music festivals have a future? | 09 Apr 2024 | 00:15:59 | |
National arts council Creative Australia has handed down a landmark report into the state of Australia’s music festivals – and it's not good news. Over a third of Australian music festivals lost money last year, with the cost of putting on a festival rapidly increasing. Today on the podcast we speak to the Managing Director of the Australian Festival Association, Mitch Wilson, to unpack the findings. Listen to our episode Why young people can’t go out after 6pm in Alice Springs Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why has Boeing been in the news so much? | 08 Apr 2024 | 00:13:16 | |
Over the weekend, a Boeing plane turned around after an engine cover fell off during takeoff from the U.S. city of Denver. It’s just the latest in a string of recent incidents involving Boeing aircraft. In a memo to employees last month, outgoing CEO Dave Calhoun said “the eyes of the world are on us”. Today on the podcast, we'll explain exactly what has happened to Boeing planes lately, and why it's got the world talking. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| An 18 year old died after a coward punch. His killer will now be released. | 07 Apr 2024 | 00:14:31 | |
In July 2012, 18-year-old Thomas Kelly was coward punched by Kieran Loveridge during a random attack in Sydney’s once-popular nightlife district of Kings Cross. The incident was part of a spate of violence in the area and led the NSW Government to introduce the city’s now-defunct lockout laws. Last week, Kieran Loveridge was granted parole towards the end of his 13-year sentence. On today’s podcast, we’ll look at the original incident that changed Sydney forever, the lockout laws, and where we’re at 14 years on. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why JK Rowling says she should be arrested | 04 Apr 2024 | 00:14:03 | |
New laws aimed at protecting people against hate crimes have been introduced in Scotland this week, but they’ve attracted some criticism both locally and across the world. Today on the podcast, we break down exactly what the law entails, and why people like Elon Musk and JK Rowling have been vocally opposing it. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Who's ahead in the U.S. election? | 22 Aug 2024 | 00:20:55 | |
The Democratic National Convention has been going on in Chicago this week. Over the last few days, we’ve seen Kamala Harris accept her party’s nomination to run as its presidential candidate ahead of the US Election in November. For that reason, there’s been a lot of attention on Harris this week. But what about Donald Trump? In today’s deep dive, we’ll take you through the latest from the U.S. election campaign trail. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma Gillespie See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why is the Bruce Lehrmann case back in the news | 03 Apr 2024 | 00:14:17 | |
Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation lawsuit against Network Ten journalist Lisa Wilkinson is back in the news this week. The final judgment of the case was due to be handed down today. However, the judge has now agreed to re-open the trial, at the request of Network Ten, due to new evidence. Today on the podcast, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the new developments in the case. Note: TDA’s editor-in-chief is Billi FitzSimons, Lisa Wilkinson’s daughter. Billi had no editorial oversight or involvement with this story or any post we’ve made about this story’s developments. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Can we support Autistic people better? | 02 Apr 2024 | 00:15:30 | |
This week, the Federal Government released a draft strategy aimed at improving the lives of Australians with Autism. It comes after a 2022 inquiry found that outcomes for Autistic people in Australia were “unacceptably poor”. So what does the strategy recommend, and how could it improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of Australians? In today's podcast, we speak to the CEO of Autism Awareness Australia to find out more. You can read the Draft National Autism Strategy here. You'll find the government's feedback survey here (feedback is due by 31 May). Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why young people can't go out after 6pm in Alice Springs | 01 Apr 2024 | 00:13:33 | |
Young people in Alice Springs are currently under a curfew, meaning they can't be outside between 6pm and 6am. The Northern Territory Government made the announcement in an effort to curb youth crime in the area. It is a move that has garnered worldwide media attention with the likes of CNN and The New York Times all covering this story. But what is the community saying? And does this deal with the root of the issue? We explain what is happening in today's deep dive. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why Beyoncé called out country music | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:19:11 | |
Beyonce's new album ‘Cowboy Carter’ drops today, but not everyone is excited as we are. In today’s deep dive, we break down Beyonce's foray into country music, why it's angered some country fans and conservatives, and the complicated history of country music in the U.S. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma Gillespie Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Teach for Australia. Applications for Teach For Australia's 2025 Leadership Development Program are now open. Head to teachforaustralia.org to apply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The drug cover up allegations against the AFL | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:16:36 | |
This week, allegations were levelled against the AFL over recreational drug use being covered up by club doctors, and players being told to fake physical injuries in order to avoid game day drug testing. This is a story that has the potential to rock the sport, so we deep dive into everything we know so far today on the podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Teach for Australia. Applications for Teach For Australia's 2025 Leadership Development Program are now open. Head to teachforaustralia.org to apply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| How Russia ignored a warning about a terrorist attack | 26 Mar 2024 | 00:14:43 | |
Russia has just experienced its deadliest domestic terror attack in 20 years, when four gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow and killed at least 137 people, with at least 140 others injured. Now, as the four gunmen face trial, questions are being asked about the failure of Russian intelligence to foreshadow the attack - all despite some very explicit warnings from U.S. intelligence services only a few weeks ago. Today on the podcast, we’ll explain what happened, what the world knew, and how Russia is responding. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Teach for Australia. Applications for Teach For Australia's 2025 Leadership Development Program are now open. Head to teachforaustralia.org to apply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The teen taking on the Govt over duty of care | 25 Mar 2024 | 00:17:53 | |
Anj Sharma is a 19-year-old university student. She’s also an activist trying to change the laws of the country. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Teach for Australia. Applications for Teach For Australia's 2025 Leadership Development Program are now open. Head to teachforaustralia.org to apply. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The plan to protect LGBT+ discrimination in religious schools | 24 Mar 2024 | 00:13:58 | |
An independent legal body has advised the Federal Government on how to better protect LGBT+ staff and students at religious schools.
In today's podcast, we unpack the recommendations made to the Government. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why the art world won't tell you who Banksy is | 21 Mar 2024 | 00:13:38 | |
Banksy is in the news this week after he unveiled his latest artwork in North London. You may have seen it – it was green paint sprayed on a wall behind a tree to give the appearance of leaves, with a person holding a sprayer next to it. But what is perhaps most interesting about Banksy is that he has remained anonymous throughout his career. So how has he done it? On today’s episode, we interview Professor Alison Young from the University of Melbourne, who has researched graffiti and street art extensively, to understand the world’s obsession with Banksy. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Where's pill testing at in Australia? | 20 Mar 2024 | 00:11:17 | |
Yesterday, Queensland announced the country’s first permanent pill testing service will begin at a music festival next week. It comes just over a year after the state first announced it would move to allow for pill testing. Pill testing is a highly contentious issue, but with two jurisdictions now allowing it, what can we expect to see from the rest of the country? Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Should politicians be fined for bad behaviour? | 21 Aug 2024 | 00:17:03 | |
Federal politicians found to have sexually harassed, assaulted, or bullied staff could be fined up to 5% of their salary under new draft laws. Legislation tabled in Parliament this week comes nearly three years after a 2021 workplace review, which detailed “a lack of clear standards of conduct, limited accountability and power imbalances” for those within the so-called “Canberra bubble”. In today’s deep dive, we’ll tell you all about the Government’s new proposal, and what it means for those who work in Parliament House. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Taxi drivers' $272 million win over Uber | 19 Mar 2024 | 00:17:15 | |
This week, the taxi industry reached a landmark settlement with Uber. The ride-sharing giant has agreed to pay $272 million in compensation after a five year legal battle with taxi and hire car operators. In today's podcast, we unpack the case against Uber and what it means for them. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Kttipay. Head to KttiPay.com and download KttiPay. Splitting expenses not headaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| South Australia just elected Australia's first Voice to Parliament | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:13:14 | |
Over the weekend, First Nations people in South Australia determined the composition of Australia’s first-ever Indigenous Voice to Parliament advisory body. The Voice will be a group of First Nations representatives advising the South Australian Government on matters of importance to their communities. This is a big moment for the country - so we’re going to unpack how the South Australian Voice works, how it came to be, and what influence it might have. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Kttipay. Head to KttiPay.com and download KttiPay. Splitting expenses not headaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| When will young people be able to afford an electric vehicle? | 17 Mar 2024 | 00:17:53 | |
We’ve heard time and time again how important climate change is to our audience. So, we decided to interview the Climate Change Minister, Chris Bowen, about what the Australian Government is doing to accelerate action. Plus, we talked about the exact timeline for when the Government expects young people to be able to afford an electric vehicle. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Today’s episode is sponsored by Kttipay. Head to KttiPay.com and download KttiPay. Splitting expenses not headaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Could TikTok actually be banned in the U.S.? | 14 Mar 2024 | 00:18:25 | |
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that would force TikTok’s Chinese parent company to sell it or face being banned in the country. The bill still needs to pass a few more steps before it can become a law. So what does this all mean? And could it happen in Australia? Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma Gillespie Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What's in our wastewater? (Drugs) | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:12:40 | |
Australians are using more cocaine, methamphetamine, and MDMA than last year. How do we know this? It’s according to new sewage analysis by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission, who have been testing Aussie wastewater since 2016. Today on the podcast, we speak to Shane Neilson, CIC's Acting National Manager of Data Analytics, about what else this data tells us about Australians' drug consumption. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Will supermarkets show us their receipts? | 12 Mar 2024 | 00:19:04 | |
Supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths have been accused of anti-competitive practices and unfair prices against a backdrop of record profits. Concerns of price-gouging have escalated into multiple formal investigations, including a Senate Inquiry. So what exactly are the supermarkets accused of, what are the inquiries trying to achieve, and will any of it actually lead to cheaper groceries? Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Could climate change mean the end of music festivals? | 11 Mar 2024 | 00:17:16 | |
Last weekend, a major music festival in Victoria was cancelled due to severe weather warnings, but it's not the first time this has happened. There have been around 45 Aussie music festivals that have been partially or fully cancelled due to weather impacts since 2015. So, with temperatures soaring and climate change an increasing concern, what does the future of festivals look like in Australia? Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why the alleged killer of Samantha Murphy couldn't initially be named | 10 Mar 2024 | 00:13:02 | |
This week, a 22-year-old man named Patrick Orren Stephenson was arrested for the murder of Ballarat woman Samantha Murphy. We now know his name, but his identity was initially kept secret under a suppression order. Today on the podcast, we delve into exactly what a suppression orders is, as well as what we know about the alleged murder of Samantha Murphy. Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The push to criminalise coercive control | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:13:41 | |
This week Queensland became the second state to criminalise coercive control as a standalone offence. Today on the pod, we talk about Queensland’s new crime, and how Australia is progressing on domestic violence laws. If you or a loved one is struggling, you can call 1800Respect on 1800 737 732. Credits: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Trump, Biden, and what we learnt from Super Tuesday | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:16:45 | |
This week, millions of people in the U.S. voted in their state’s primary elections in a day known as Super Tuesday. It's one of the most important days in the U.S. presidential election cycle.Today on the podcast, we’re going to take you through Super Tuesday, how it all works and what this week’s results mean. Credits: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What we know about Matthew Perry's death | 20 Aug 2024 | 00:15:05 | |
Secret codewords, significantly overpriced drugs and deleted text messages. Those are just some of the allegations at the centre of a criminal case now surrounding the death of beloved actor Matthew Perry. Perry died in October of last year from a Ketamine overdose, and last week it was revealed that U.S. prosecutors have charged five people, including Perry’s personal assistant, over his death.They allege the group “took advantage of Perry’s addiction issues to enrich themselves”. In today's podcast, we explore what we know about the tragic case. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The uncertain future of news on social media | 05 Mar 2024 | 00:14:07 | |
To support The Daily Aus, subscribe to our newsletter here. Meta, the company that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, announced last week it will not renew its deals with large traditional Australian media companies. Separately, Meta also announced last month it’s taking steps to limit the reach of “political” content on its platforms.
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| The racism allegation at the centre of the NRL's Vegas debut | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:13:52 | |
Over the weekend, the NRL launched its new season in Vegas.In one of the games, Brisbane Broncos player Ezra Mam alleged a racist comment was made against him by Sydney Roosters player Spencer Leniu. We’ll explain everything you need to know about the incident and the wider NRL Vegas experiment in today’s deep dive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Should uni students be paid for their compulsory placements? | 03 Mar 2024 | 00:12:27 | |
According to a recommendation from an independent review of universities that was released last week, students who complete placements as part of their degree shouldn’t suffer financially. It comes after the Federal Government asked the Universities Accords Panel for advice on ways to improve the sector. Today on the podcast, we explain exactly what “placement poverty” is, and what the recommendation might mean for university students. Read the Australian Universities Accord Final Report Document here Credits: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||