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Episodes
Wednesday, 5 August - 'Uncertainty' - the economic buzz word; Look out for fines if you're a Victorian; Spains royal scandal; And a pasta advertisement that's worth a look
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Tonight will be a memory too" Roger Federer x Barilla - https://www.atptour.com/en/news/federer-rooftop-te...
Tuesday, 4 August - Stage 4 business restrictions for Melbourne; A prison attack in Afghanistan; Microsoft in the market for TikTok; and Squiz Kids interview Turia Pitt
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ..."I only wanna see you laughing in the purple rain”... Squiz Kids interview Turia Pitt - https://www.squiz...
Monday, 3 August - Melbourne enters Stage Four restrictions; Splashdown for SpaceX; The US moves closer to a TikTok ban; and Fyre merch
02 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “You took the words right out of my mouth”... More details, and links to further reading for all of to...
Friday, 31 July - A new take on closing the gap; Arrests in Hong Kong; Ash Barty pulls out of the US Open; And a big day for archaeologists
30 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. "Boy, you're going to carry that weight" Squiz Quiz - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/quiz/ More details, and link...
Thursday, 30 July - Covid by states; Japan's bid to join the Five Eyes intelligence network; Tech giants face up to Congress; And the argument for ditching soap.
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Rubber Duckie, you're the one" Squiz Shortcuts - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ More details, and l...
Wednesday, 29 July - Aged care argy-bargy; Australia pursues its own national interest in the South China Sea; Malaysia's former PM gets a 12 year sentence; And an Emu ban in remote Queensland.
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “You, you, you oughta know”... Squiz Shortcuts IMDB - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-sh...
Tuesday, 28 July - Good and bad Coronavirus news; The ACCC takes Google to court; Measuring global leadership; And David Bowie's soft spot for an Aussie tv classic.
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “Chubby little loser, national joke”... More details, and links to further reading for all of today's ...
Monday, 27 July - New tensions between Australia and China; Our deadliest day in the pandemic; An expenses scandal in South Australia; and having a good cry...
26 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “Don't cry for me, Marge and Tina”... More details, and links to further reading for all of today's ne...
Friday, 24 July - Covid cases continue to rise; Deficit numbers; Alarming level of famine in Yemen; And a not-so-light Friday Lites.
23 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “You spin me right round, baby right round”... More details, and links to further reading for all of...
Thursday, 23 July - An 'eyewatering' financial update; NZ's political scandals; Farewell to the Boeing 747; And the battle of the bottoms.
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “I like big butts and I cannot lie”... More details, and links to further reading for all of today's...
Wednesday 22 July - Extending COVID payments; Charges against Ardent Leisure; More Australian magazines are shut down; And a series of epic journeys
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “Yeah, I'm gonna take my horse to the old town road”... More details, and links to further reading f...
Tuesday 21 July - An inquiry into Melbourne's Covid-19 outbreak; The UK to suspend extradition deal with Hong Kong; Kanye West's campaign rally; and a swarm of flying ants
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. ... “So unplug the jukebox and do us all a favour”... Squiz Shortcuts on Huawei, Hong Kong, and the per...
Monday, 20 July - Mandatory masks for Melbourne; The JobKeeper program could be extended; A Royal micro-wedding; and a good use for odd socks...
19 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Baby I love the way that there's nothing sure” ... Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age...
Friday, 17 July - A look at how Victoria is tracking; Twitter's security breach; Trump dumps his campaign manager; And the best gift for wine lovers.
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Didn't anybody tell her” ... Best Gift for Wine Lovers - https://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-gifts-...
Thursday, 16 July - Suppressing covid-19; Trump takes on China over Hong Kong; Dealing with a population drop; And online ordering errors.
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “What a wicked game you play” ... Squiz Shortcuts - TikTok - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/your-sh...
Wednesday, 15 July - Coronavirus by numbers; Ghislaine Maxwell pleads not guilty; New Zealand's opposition gets a shake up; And getting creative in lockdown..
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Get back, honky cat” ... More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found ...
Tuesday, 14 July - More troops and more masks for Melbourne; The Christchurch shooter sacks his lawyers; Strong voter turnout in Hong Kong; and what a day for Australian political buffs...
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “If you're going to let me down, let me down easy” ... Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 7-12 year olds. Ag...
Monday, 13 July - It's back to home-learning for parts of Covid-affected Melbourne; President Trump and Roger Stone; A study into ageing; and rebooting the Wonder Years...
12 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “What would you do if I sang out of tune” ... More details, and links to further reading for all of today'...
Friday 10 July - Covid cases continue to rise in Victoria; The AFP seeks more power to question children; Rain on the horizon; And a screaming ban.
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... . “You know you make me wanna shout” . Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/ . More de...
Thursday, 9 July - The FBI's China warning; Beijing continues to move on Hong Kong; Cancelling cancel culture; And Usain's Lightning Bolt.
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... . “We ain't ever getting older” . Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts...
Wednesday, 8 July - Melbourne locks down; The President of Brazil confirm he has covid-19; Australia changes its travel advice for China; And Jimmy from Gladstone's lucky escape.
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... “Welcome to my nightmare” Jimmy from Gladstone: https://twitter.com/QldPolice/status/1280343605597495296...
Tuesday, 7 July - The NSW and VIC border closes; Deadly flooding in Japan; China accuses the UK of interference; and the Dalai Lama releases an album...
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Stay in the kitchen cooking up, cut your own bread...” Your shortcut to... Hong Kong: https://www.thesqui...
Monday, 6 July - Total lockdown for some Melbourne residents; The Eden-Monaro by-election result; Renewed pressure on Prince Andrew; and all power to potatoes...
05 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... “I count my time in dog years.” ... More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news c...
Friday, 3 July - One eye on Eden Monaro; Australia considers safe haven visas for Hong Kongers; Jeffery Epstein's ex is arrested; And wings for the weekend.
02 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “The only way to fly is on the wings of love” Squiz Shortcuts - Donald Trump https://www.thesquiz.com.au/s...
Thursday, 2 July - Arrests are made in Hong Kong; Downplaying a second coronavirus wave; 14 metric tonnes of amphetamines; And Dame Judi Dench does TikTok
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “You should be dancing, yeah” Squiz Shortcuts - Donald Trump https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-s...
Wednesday, 1 July - China reaches further into Hong Kong; Victoria locks down and is locked out; A big boost in our defence spending; And NSW Koala's are in a fight for their life
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... “Wanna be startin' something”... Squiz Shortcuts: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-...
Tuesday, 30 June - China's state media accuses Australia of spying; Covid-19 'not even close to being over'; Seafolly swimwear goes under; and vale Margarita Pracatan...
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... “So get ready, here I come”... More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be...
Monday, 29 June - The latest on Victoria's Covid-19 spike; New allegations against former High Court judge Dyson Heydon; A confirmed buyer for Virgin Australia; and Liverpool break their 30 year title drought...
28 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news... “Takin' care of business" . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, deliver...
Friday, 26 June - Qantas announces big job losses; Australia and NZ will host the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup; Bayer's big Roundup payout; and a walk down fashion memory lane...
25 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Party rocker in the house tonight...” More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news ...
Thursday, 25 June - Dealing with Melbourne's Covid-19 spike; The ABC announces job cuts; Facebook has a boycott on their hands; and vale to the Segway..
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Hey you're just too funky for me.” Your Shortcut To... Joe Biden: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/s...
Wednesday, 24 June - High community transmission in Victoria; Design company Canva hits valuation milestone; Changes to Super Netball; and Hamilton's tv debut...
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Oops I did it again” More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be found in T...
Tuesday, 23 June - The dangers of Covid-19 complacency; a High Court judge guilty of harrassment; Record high temperatures in the Arctic Circle; and celebrity feuds, Jimmy Kimmel edition...
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Just gathering dust on my boots” Your Shortcut To... The Rohingya and the Uyghers: https://www.thesquiz.c...
Monday, 22 June - Victoria's rise in Covid-19 cases; A stabbing attack in the UK; The high cost of online scams; And the Kurt Cobain touch...
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I need an easy friend” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered...
Friday 19 June - The latest job stats; Former police officer charged in Rayshard Brooks shooting; Making a Covid-safe US open; and a new Princess Diana movie...
18 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “I can never, never, never go home again” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today'...
Thursday, 18 June - A Covid-19 outbreak in Beijing; Facebook's transparency measures ahead of the US election; An Australia-UK free trade agreement; And 30 Rock is coming back...
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Set me free why don't you babe” Your Shortcut To... China's Belt and Road Initiative: https://www.thesqui...
Wednesday, 17 June - Rising tensions between North and South Korea; New federal laws regarding child sexual abuse; A breakthrough in Covid-19 treatment; and getting your Squizhead on...
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “When things go wrong we can knock it down.” Wanna make Squizhead status? 'Course you do... . Your Shortcu...
Tuesday, 16 June - The Adem Somyurek scandal; Press freedoms in the Philippines; Cricket Australia's CEO expected to depart; and tackling awkward subjects, kiwi-style...
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Oooh, I'm blinded by the lights” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can...
Monday, 15 June - The death penalty for an Australian man in China; Fresh protests in the US; The collapse of furniture store Matt Blatt; and a little rain making a big difference...
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Kick off your Sunday shoes” . More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be f...
Friday, 12 June - Australian leaders urge against protests; Scott Morrison says Australia won't be coerced by China; Hosting the Fifa Women's World Cup; and the $1000 haircut...
11 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I whip my hair back and forth” More details, and links to further reading for all of today's news can be ...
Thursday, 11 June - Relief as missing Victorian teenager is found; The Vatican's response to George Floyd; The real effect of probiotics; and feral chickens...
10 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Bend over let me see you shake your tail feather” . Your shortcut to... Royal Commissions: https://www.th...
Wednesday, 10 June - The global economy shrinks; A 14 yo boy is still missing in Victoria; Reconciliation Australia removes their endorsement of Rio Tinto; and the remarkable achievements of Kathy Sullivan...
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Hit the road, Jack” More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can be found in The S...
Tuesday, 9 June - Hope for change after US protests; China warns it's tourists against Australia; Free childcare to finish up; and James Bond to be a dad...
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Bang bang bang, on the door baby” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate ne...
Friday, 5 June - The US challenged on its handling of the protests; Hong Kong's Tiananmen Square vigil; Drug war deaths in the Philippines; and Friday Lites...
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Its good to touch the green green grass of home” More details, and links to further reading for all today...
Thursday, 4 June - Australia is in a recession; Charges against George Floyd's killer could be upgraded; A path to British citizenship for eligible Hong Kongers; and the bulk delete FB users need...
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Basically I'm saying either way we 'bout to slide” Your Shortcut to... Recession: https://www.thesquiz.co...
Wednesday, 3 June - US President Donald Trump threatens a military crackdown; Leaked WHO docs show frustration with China; Interest rates on hold; and one expensive Bible...
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Just a little divine intervention” . More details, and links to further reading for all today's news can ...
Tuesday, 2 June - Protests spread to 75 US cities; Hong Kong police ban Tiannamen Square vigil; Australia's housing marketing is doing ok; and ugg-boot foot...
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Riders on the storm” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, delivered...
Monday, 1 June - Violent protests in the US; The US pulls out of the World Health Organisation; Repaying Robodebt; and remembering the three P's...
31 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Say it loud” . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to big news...
Friday, 29 May - China moves ahead with the new security laws for Hong Kong; The death of George Floyd sparks protests in Minneapolis; 112 NewsCorp publications will shut down or go online; and that Duchess of Cambridge profile...
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Get out of my way” . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to bi...
Thursday, 28 May - The UN's climate change summit to be postponed; Movement on the Trans-Tasman bubble; Twitter fact-checks President Trump's tweets; And out of the mouths of the chimpanzees...
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I don't want to talk about it” Squiz Shortcuts: Xi Jinping https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-sh...
Wednesday, 27 May - The battle for jobs in Australia begins; Hong Kong's Chief Executive backs China's new national security law; Human trials for a Covid-19 vaccine kick off here in Australia; and a Taylor Swift revenge plan...
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Luck be a lady tonight” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored): www.commba...
Tuesday, 26 May - Celeste Barber's bushfire money can't be distributed to other charities; Hong Kong security chiefs back China's new law; Life expectancy rates in Australia are stagnating; and robot sheep dogs...
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “It's coming round again.” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored): www.co...
Monday, 25 May - Fears for Hong Kong's independence; The $60 billion JobKeeper miscalculation; Target will close 167 stores; and the most popular baby names...
24 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “See ya later alligator” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored): www.comm...
Friday, 22 May - Global Coronavirus cases continue to rise; Australia's unemployment may have peaked; The rise and rise of TikTok; and the ultimate 80s mashup...
21 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “We are the world” . Squiz Shortcuts: Recession - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-re...
Thursday, 21 May - Retail trade's record-breaking fall; A Russian spy accepts 'moral responsibility' for the shooting down of MH17; Domestic violence inquiry shuts down early; and Happy Birthday to The Squiz Today podcast...
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Arrivederci its one on one” Squiz Shortcuts - The South China Sea: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/...
Wednesday, 20 May - Positive signs from a vaccine trial in the US; The Nicola Gobbo/Lawyer X effect; South-East Asia's biggest ever synthetic drug bust; and cottagecore...
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Movin' to the country, gonna eat a lot of peaches” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age...
Tuesday, 19 May - China says it will support an enquiry into the origins of Coronavirus; Australian Barley exports slapped with an 80% tariff; The data on loneliness in lockdown; and record-breaking shoes...
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “ Can I kick it? Yes you can” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . RMIT Online (sponsored): ...
Monday, 18 May - Support for Australia's calls for an independent inquiry into Covid-19; NSW wants state borders reopened; Donald Trump fires his State inspector general; And the problem with cats
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “I'm on the hunt, I'm after you” . Squiz Shortcuts, the 10 minute podcast that gives you the backstory t...
Friday, 15 May - Job losses by the numbers; Gerald Ridsdale is given more prison time; Buzzfeed closes in Australia and the UK; And a life changing cereal box hack.
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Can't stop this thing we've started” . Squiz Shortcuts, the 10 minute podcast that gives you the backst...
Thursday, 14 May - COVID-19's mystery illnesses; Hong Kong's new normal; Hackers target a celebrity law firm; And fur-teens.
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “'Cause wishin' and hopin' and thinkin' and prayin'” . Squiz Shortcuts, the 10 minute podcast that gives...
Wednesday, 13 May - Beef and barley; The Treasurer's cough; Regional Express looks to shake up the Aussie airline industry; And Alan Jones retires.
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “It's hard for me to say I'm sorry” . Squiz Shortcuts, the 10 minute podcast that gives you the backstor...
Tuesday, 12 May - Saying goodbye to the budget surplus; Porsche driver Richard Pusey applies for bail; Vale to Actor and Comedian Jerry Stiller; and Happy Birthday to Bono...
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “There goes my miracle” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . RMIT Online: https://online.rmi...
Monday, 11 May - Anti-lockdown protestors in Melbourne; Jackie Trad resigns as QLD's Deputy Premier; Sportswashing in the UK Premier League; and Vale Little Richard...
10 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop-a-wop-bam-boom!” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate new...
Friday, 8 May - Current restrictions are likely to remain in place; The Royal Commission findings on Cardinal George Pell released; Israel is one more step closer to having a government; and the sport with no crowd...
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I live for the applause, applause, applause” Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give backgr...
Thursday, 7 May - Managing the Covid-19 clusters; The Claremont murder trial wraps up; Tom Cruise's potential - and literal - space movie; And taking a look at the World Health Organisation...
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Ground control to Major Tom.” . Squiz Shortcut on The World Health Organisation: https://www.thesquiz.c...
Wednesday, 6 May - Flattening the unemployment curve; An update on the truck crash that killed four police officers in Victoria; The 2020 Pulitzer Prize winners; and the divinely potty-mouthed Dame Judi Dench...
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “I wanna see you work.” . Sign up to The Squiz Today emai - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Find out more about ...
Tuesday, 5 May - Creating a Trans-Tasman Travel Bubble; America's death toll is expected to rise significantly; A global funding push to find a vaccine; And a mother's Day gift guide...
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Pretty bubbles in the air" . . Squiz Picks for Mother's Day - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/extras/2020/may...
Monday, 4 May - Lifting restrictions and the CovidSAFE app; Democrat candidate Joe Biden denies sexual assault claims; The challenges in releasing bushfire funds; and hold your horses for the Kentucky Turtle Derby...
03 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “You run too fast, you fly too high” Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . Bupa (sponsored) bupa.co...
Friday, 1 May - The road towards a Covid-19 treatment and cure; Potential buyers for Virgin Australia; A by-election in the Federal seat of Eden-Monaro; And cooking for comfort...
30 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “It's a feeling that's true Aussie...” . Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate ...
Thursday, 30 April - Testing times in Australia's relationship with China; A Russian spy is named in the MH17 investigation; TV's night of nights is cancelled; And a baby in 10 Downing Street...
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
he Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “You're as cold as ice” Squiz Shortcuts - Coronavirus Key People: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squ...
Wednesday, 29 April - The health ups and economic downs of Covid-19 in Australia; Wesfarmers looks to restructure Target stores ; 2019's record number of refugees; and Elsie, the most stubborn doggo of all...
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “You're so predictable” Squiz Shortcuts - Recession . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . Bupa (s...
Tuesday, 28 April - Australia and New Zealand doing well at flattening the curve; China responds to Australia's calls for an independent enquiry into Covid-19; An update on the drought situation; and a birthday serenade...
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Here's to the ladies who lunch” Squiz Shortcuts - Julian Assange (10 minute podcast episodes on topics th...
Monday, 27 April - Getting Covid-safe with an app; Truck driver charged over the crash that killed four Victorian police officers; The mystery of Kim Jong Un; and Vogue-approved trackydaks...
26 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. "And when we get behind closed doors" Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and con...
Friday, 24 April - More on the roadmap out of Covid-19 restrictions; Meghan Markle takes on the Mail on Sunday in court; The CEO of Rugby Australia resigns; and the best ANZAC biccie recipe...
23 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “When will I know?” Australian Mushrooms (sponsored) - Miguel’s Mushrooms on Sourdough, Spanish Style: h...
Thursday, 23 April - Panic-buying sets retail records; A tragic roadside crash kills four police officers in Victoria; Calls for a new international health body; and a marketing whiz for our Three Minute Squiz...
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got” Squiz Shortcuts - Recession: https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcu...
Wednesday, 22 April - Australia's economy in a once-in-a-century contraction; The World Health Organisations warns about second-wave infections; Virgin Australia in voluntary administration; and museums show off their best grotesque...
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I'm losing my favourite game” Squiz Shortcut - Australia's economy and a recession https://www.thesquiz.c...
Tuesday, 21 April - Virgin Australia is close to collapse; A mass shooting in Canada; Israel will form a unity government; and Vale Peter Beard, wildlife photographer and personality...
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Life is just a party and parties weren't meant to last” Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that ...
Monday, 20 April - Australia calls for a global Coronavirus probe; Pro-democracy protestors arrested in Hong Kong; Australian Cassie Sainsbury is released from a Colombian jail; and going to prom during lockdown...
19 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Every day is a winding road” Squiz Shortcuts - Hong Kong . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . ...
Friday, 17 April - World peace is on the agenda; Job figures for March have been released; Malcolm Turnbull to release his memoir; and an unmissable wedding...
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Eyes without a face” Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to big ...
Thursday, 16 April - The US pauses funding for the World Health Organisation; Australians have lost their shopping mojo; Ireland gets closer to forming a Government; Backyard walking for a good cause...
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “It was a very good beer” Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and context to ...
Wednesday, 15 April - Looking towards Covid-19's economic impact; Urgent aid for Vanuatu sits in quarantine; Joe Biden's big endorsements; and getting zumped...
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. "I'm free, free-falling” . Squiz Kids Q&A with PM Scott Morrison - https://www.squizkids.com.au/podcast/squi...
Tuesday, 14 April - Tasmania faces a Covid-19 outbreak; The US now leads the global death toll; Julian Assange's two children; and remembering Apollo 13...
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “C'mon join the joyride with me” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, de...
Squiz Kids: Kids-only Coronavirus Q&A with Prime Minister Scott Morrison
12 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Prime Minister Scott Morrison answers kids' questions about Coronavirus, in a kids-only Q&A. Squiz Kids is a news podcast just for kids. A short weekd...
Thursday, 9 April - Restrictions are lifted in Wuhan; Bernie Sanders pulls out as a Democrat candidate in the 2020 US Election; Cyclone Harold moves on to Fiji; And settling in to the long weekend with Thursday Lites...
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “And I begin to wonder” New Squiz Shortcuts episode - Infectious Diseases . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute pod...
Wednesday, 8 April - Cardinal Pell's conviction overturned by the High Court; More details on the modelling driving our Covid-19 response; Harry and Meghan's new venture; and top tips for baking in our Three Minute Squiz...
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Pour some sugar on me” New Squiz Shortcuts episode - Infectious Diseases . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute pod...
Tuesday, 7 April - Australia will provide aid to the Pacific Islands; A category 5 cyclone lands in Vanuatu; Scams are on the rise; And an eccentric life...
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “So what? I'm still a rockstar” New Squiz Shortcuts episode - Infectious Diseases . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 mi...
Monday, 6 April - Cancel your Easter plans; A criminal investigation into the Ruby Princess cruise ship; Calls for koalas to be listed as an endangered species; and some more creativity in containment...
05 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I know, I know, I know, I know” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year olds. Age-appropriate news, de...
Friday, 3 April - The government announces free childcare; The growth - and concerns about - Zoom; Getting ready for daylight saving; and the Tiger King phenomenon...
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Darling can't you hear me SOS” Squiz Shortcuts: Daylight Savings https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz...
Thursday, 2 April - US modelling predicts at least 100,000 Covid-19 deaths; An update on petrol prices and house prices; Wimbledon is cancelled; and what a month of quarantine looks like, in our Three Minute Squiz...
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “I get up and nothing gets me down” Commbank (sponsored): htt...
Wednesday, 1 April - Cruise ships and containing Covid-19; Data shows young people are the biggest Corona-carriers; Voluntary assisted dying laws progress in Queensland; and Bluey takes home an Emmy...
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “There's always a joker in the pack” Commbank (sponsored): ht...
Tuesday, 31 March - Details on the JobKeeper payment plan are announced; Polls indicate a tight race ahead in the US Presidential election; The difficulties in preparing for the next bushfire season; and invention in isolation...
30 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “My my, hey hey” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 year o...
Monday, 30 March - Staying at home with your household; Wage subsidy and rent relief schemes to be announced; Israel's political opponents to form an emergency unity government; And classic art at home...
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “Just hold on, I'm coming home” Squiz Kids, our news podcast ...
Friday, 27 March - Australia's death toll rises to 13; The Christchurch terror attacker pleads guilty; Bauer and Pacific Magazines will merge; and a pikelet recipe to warm your heart...
26 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “No I don't like you” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8-12 y...
Thursday, 26 March - America's $2 trillion dollar stimulus package; Spain's death toll overtakes China; Smile-blindness in the elderly; and kids and their Coronavirus questions...
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “Money's too tight to mention ” Squiz Kids, our news podcast ...
Squiz Kids: Coronavirus Explained
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this 10 minute episode, Squiz Kids host Bryce Corbett, and kids from around Australia, ask well-known GP Dr Ginni Mansberg some frequently asked qu...
Wednesday, 25 March - Australia's newest lockdown measures; The UK and India go into total lockdown; Centrelink struggles to cope with the numbers needing income support; and virtual glamping...
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “Gotta get up to get down” Squiz Kids, our news podcast for 8...
Tuesday, 24 March - Centrelink struggles to cope with Australians needing income support; Parliament shuts down until August; Australia pulls out of the 2020 Olympics; and keeping primary school kids entertained...
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “Quit playing games with my heart” Squiz Kids, our news podca...
Monday, 23 March - Australia shuts down non-essential services; Another economic stimulus package is announced; Vale Kenny Rogers; and a dancing zookeeper...
22 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . “You've gotta know when to hold ‘em” Squiz Shortcuts, 10 mi...
Friday, 20 March - Australia is closing its borders; Italy records more Coronavirus deaths than China; New Zealand decriminalises abortion; and a few easy baking recipes...
19 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . "It might sound crazy what I'm about to say" Refer a friend to Th...
Thursday, 19 March - A human biosecurity emergency is declared in Australia; China kicks out US journalists; Apple patents new privacy tech; and a Three Minute Squiz with Skye Manson...
18 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . "Whether times are good or bad, happy or sad" Squiz Shortcuts, 10...
Wednesday, 18 March - Australians travelling overseas are told to come home; The US to start moving troops from bases in Iraq; Uber's lost and found index; and the winner of the Razzies...
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . "Kill 'em with kindness" Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episo...