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Table tennis, Trump talks and Taylor Swift: The Squiz Quiz of the Month

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Squiz Quiz. we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened in August with Squiz Founder Claire Kimball and Content Ma...

Weekly Wrap Preview: The search for Dezi Freeman and the sovereign citizen movement

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Saturday, we wrap up the news of the week with the (imaginatively named) Weekly Wrap podcast on our News Club show. We’re putting the main stor...

A meeting mix-up confuses Canberra; and some beautiful BBQ chicken...

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday 29 August: A meeting mix-up causes confusion in Canberra; the manhunt in Victoria is still going, a major marathon is set for Sydney; and some ...

Squiz Shortcuts Series: Menopause 101

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s no doubt - menopause and perimenopause are having a moment. So we’re starting our Squiz Shortcuts Series with Dr Sarah White from Jean Hai...

A manhunt is still underway in Victoria, and picking up the foam...

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday 28 August: A manhunt is still underway in Victoria, Linda Reynolds has a legal win, a major first for the AFL, and picking up the foam.... S...

Challenging Iran over antisemitic attacks, and Swift and Kelce are engaged

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 27 August: Challenging Iran over antisemitic attacks; a manhunt is underway in Victoria; Australia Post pauses parcel deliveries, and Taylo...

Squiz Shortcuts: What came out of the Economic Reform Roundtable?

26 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Last week in Canberra, the federal government brought together a group of politicians, business leaders, unions and experts for the Economic Reform Ro...

Erin Patterson returns to court, and a Netflix hit takes over cinemas

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 26 August: Erin Patterson returns to court, the government picks up the pace on housing, it's another day of sunscreen trouble, and a Netflix...

Australians take to the streets over Palestine, and mapping out some changes

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 25 August: Australians take to the streets over Palestine; Federal parliament is back in session; The US Open gets underway, and mapping out s...

Weekly Wrap Preview: We’ve got you covered on Trump, Putin, Zelensky, Netanyahu and Albanese

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Saturday, we wrap up the news of the week with the (imaginatively named) Weekly Wrap podcast on our News Club show. We’re putting the main stor...

An NDIS shakeup raises some questions, and a breezy biryani

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 22 August: An NDIS shakeup raises eyebrows; the government's economic roundtable wraps up; It's a big weekend of sport; and a breezy biryani ...

Squiz Shortcuts: How Aimee Betro went from a dating app to an assassination plot

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A bizarre court case over a botched suburban assassination attempt by an American woman named Aimee Betro on behalf of her English boyfriend has been ...

Our diplomatic tensions with Israel grow, and a new moon discovery

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 21 August: Our diplomatic tensions with Israel grow; Reviewing Victoria's childcare system; A footy star is in hot water; And a new moon dis...

A Zelensky and Putin meeting is on the cards, and a delicate relocation

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 20 August: A Zelensky and Putin meeting is on the cards; More political tension in Tassie; The results of our Squiz survey; And a delicate ...

Squiz Shortcuts: Where are peace talks up to between Russia and Ukraine?

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s been a flurry of meetings over the last week between leaders from Russia, Ukraine, the US and Europe with the aim of ending the war in Ukrai...

A sky-high fine for Qantas, and delulu's in the dictionary

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 19 August: A sky-high fine for Qantas; Zelensky takes back-up to the White House; Vale Terence Stamp; And delulu's in the dictionary... Yo...

Zelensky prepares to meet Trump, and Irene says farewell

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 18 August: Zelensky prepares to meet Trump; Palestinians are moved again in Gaza; A Qantas fine is about to arrive; And Irene says farewell......

Weekly Wrap Preview: Getting you ahead of next week’s Economic Reform Roundtable

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Saturday, we wrap up the news of the week with the (imaginatively named) Weekly Wrap podcast on our News Club show. We’re putting the main stor...

Questions over a Treasury leak, and some choc-full brownies

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 15 August: Questions over a Treasury leak; Wildfires burn in Europe; Vale David Stratton; And some choc-full brownies... SPONSORED: If you’...

Squiz Shortcuts: How Australia helped defeat Japan in WWII

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Pacific Day, which marks the unconditional surrender of the Japanese Imperial Army to the Allied Forces ...

Zelensky has his say, and a sequel to a classic Aussie track

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 14 August: Zelensky has his say; Taking stock of SA's algal bloom; The AFLW is back; And a sequel to a classic Aussie track... SPONSORED:...

More rate relief is on the way, and some ocean pals

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 13 August: More rate relief is on the way; A trade truce extension; The Sussexes sign a deal; And some ocean pals... SPONSORED: If you’...

Squiz Shortcuts: What does Palestinian recognition mean?

12 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Australia has long supported a 2-state solution, for an Israeli state and a Palestinian state to coexist peacefully side by side. And come September, ...

Australia backs Palestinian statehood, and a good weekend at the box office

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 12 August: Australia backs Palestinian statehood; A new electric vehicle tax is floated; Victorians spy a meteor; And a good weekend at the b...

Trump gears up for peace talks, and an ugly shoe summer is incoming

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 11 August: Trump gears up for peace talks; More on the mushroom murders; Vale Jim Lovell; And an ugly shoe summer is incoming... SPONSORED:...

Bonus Episode - The Big Threat: Brave New World

09 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You might have heard us talking recently about our new series, The Big Threat, it's about how mis and disinformation are eroding the democracies that ...

Weekly Wrap Preview: Should AI companies be exempt from copyright laws?

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Saturday, we wrap up the news of the week with the (imaginatively named) Weekly Wrap podcast on our News Club show. We’re putting the main stor...

Trump floats a meeting with Putin; and a cracking quiche...

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 8 August: Trump floats a meeting with Putin; Compensation for Kathleen Folbigg; Some new Aussie sporting legends, and a cracking quiche... He...

Ask the Squiz: Free trade, toxic algae and flying pets

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another episode of Ask The Squiz, and as always, we’ve got a great cross-section of topics, including how the US tariffs and the free ...

Reflecting on the atomic bombings, and a win for library lovers

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 7 August: Reflecting on the atomic bombings; Trump's deadline for Putin nears; Tasmania's stuck in a loop; And a win for library lovers... ...

The US and Brazil are at odds, and a Danish zoo causes a stir

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 6 August: The US and Brazil are at odds; Israel discusses an expansion in Gaza; A report on the OceanGate disaster; And a Danish zoo causes...

Squiz Shortcuts: Australia's Closing the Gap plan

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 25th Garma Festival - Australia’s largest Indigenous gathering - has just wrapped up in the Northern Territory. PM Anthony Albanese was there, a...

Albanese reaches out to Netanyahu, and a fake tan fashion trend

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 5 August: Albanese reaches out to Netanyahu; A Chinese spy is charged; Our first female AFP boss is named; And fake tans take over... Here...

Leaders go back and forth over Gaza, and a big night at the Logies

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 4 August: Leaders go back and forth over Gaza; Global markets take a hit; The Garma Festival wraps up; And a big night at the Logies... Wat...

The Squiz Quiz of the Month

02 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Squiz Quiz. we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened in June with Squiz Founder Claire kimball and Morning Edit...

Weekly Wrap Preview: Where are we on Palestinian statehood?

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Saturday, we publish the Weekly Wrap on our News Club show, and we want to ensure our Squiz Today audience is across what we’re talking about. ...

A trade deadline hits, and a very nice spiced rice

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 1 August: A trade deadline hits; More support for a Palestinian state; Looking ahead to the Logies; And a very nice spiced rice... SPONSORE...

Squiz Shortcuts: The Big Threat of Mis and Disinformation

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve got a new series over on the News Club channel called The Big Threat… It’s based on the experiences of our very own Bryce Corbett, who run...

A mega earthquake hits Russia, and some Happy execs at Netflix

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 31 July: A mega earthquake hits Russia; Another step towards a Palestinian state; Minjee Lee goes for gold; And some very Happy Netflix exec...

The UK pushes for peace in Gaza, and beekeepers buzz into action

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 30 July: The UK pushes for peace in Gaza; Trump floats a new tariff; The Asian Cup draw is out; And beekeepers buzz into action... SPONS...

Squiz Shortcuts: The border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fighting between Thailand and Cambodia over a number of sacred holy sites that sit on their shared border has been in the news over the past week. It’...

Pushing for a solution in Gaza, and a good week for astronomers

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 29 July: Pushing for a solution in Gaza; Trump gives Putin a deadline; A TV star's trial is about to begin; And a good week for astronomers.....

All eyes on Gaza's hunger crisis, and an iconic Aussie tune

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 28 July: All eyes on Gaza's hunger crisis; Australia and the UK boost defence ties; Wet weather strikes; And an iconic Aussie tune... SPONS...

Weekly Wrap Preview: What to know about federal parliament’s return

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Each Saturday, we publish the Weekly Wrap on our News Club show, and we want to ensure our Squiz Today audience is across what we’re talking about. ...

Settling a trade gripe, and a big weekend for Aussie music lovers

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 25 July: Settling a trade gripe; Pleas for more aid in Gaza; Vale Hulk Hogan; And a big day for music lovers... SPONSORED: To hear the full...

Squiz Shortcuts: Why this Lions tour is crucial for Aussie rugby

24 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Even if you’re not a fan, you might’ve clocked that there’s a lot of attention on rugby union at the moment… It’s because the British and Ir...

Reckoning with the childcare crisis, and the return of Venus

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 24 July: Reckoning with the childcare crisis; Trump makes trade moves in Asia; Marriages are going steady; And the return of Venus... SPO...

An algal disaster grows, and the Earth picks up the pace

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 23 July: An algal disaster grows; Israel criticises a Gaza statement; Trump blocks the Wall Street Journal; And picking up the pace... Her...

Shortcut: Trump’s Jeffrey Epstein headache

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump is dealing with backlash from his political base over the case of Jeffrey Epstein, the paedophile and former financier who d...

Parliament's back in the saddle, and vale to a social media-savvy veteran

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 22 July: Back in the parliamentary saddle; A new offensive in Gaza; Employment Hero heads to court; And vale Papa Jake... SPONSORED: If yo...

Trump files a lawsuit, and an astronomically large scandal

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 21 July: Trump files a lawsuit; Tasmania's in limbo; The Wallabies go down to the Lions; And an astronomically large scandal... SPONSORED: ...

It's crunch time in the Apple Isle, and a zesty salad

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 18 July: It's crunch time in the Apple Isle; Unemployment is on the rise; The Wallabies face off against the Lions; And a zesty salad SPONS...

Your Shortcut to... The Sycamore Gap tree

17 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s been a strong reaction in Britain to the illegal felling of an old Sycamore tree… it grew between 2 hills beside the famous Hadrian’s Wa...

Questions remain after a killer's death, and counting down to the Emmys

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 17 July: Questions remain after a killer's death; Trump's Epstein problem; Young Aussies' vaping rates drop; And counting down to the Emmys....

Xi and Albanese talk trade, and swans' time to shine

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 16 July: Xi and Albanese talk trade; More children are sent for testing in Victoria; A plan to cut charges; And swans' time to shine... ...

Your Shortcut to... Australia's relationship with China

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Australia’s relationship with China is back in the spotlight, with PM Anthony Albanese in the middle of a 6-day visit to boost trade and tourism. Th...

A budget briefing blunder, and the Seine's back again

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 15 July: A budget briefing blunder; Ukraine's defence gets a boost; Country Road hits rough times; And the Seine's back again... SPONSORED...

The US dominates Albanese's China trip, and Sinner wins Wimbledon...

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 14 July: The US dominates Albanese's China trip; An Air India crash report raises questions; Our new world heritage site; And Sinner wins Wimb...

A plan to combat antisemitism, and a suitable soup for cycling

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 11 July: A plan to combat antisemitism; A remarkable rescue in New South Wales; A trillion-dollar milestone; And a suitable soup for cycling.....

Your Shortcut to... The Birkin bag

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The very first Birkin bag - the one made by Hermès for British actress Jane Birkin - is about to be auctioned in Paris, and even though it’s well-w...

Trump targets our pharmaceuticals, and high stakes for Superman

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 10 July: Trump targets our pharmaceuticals; A massive wildfire in Marseille; The Maroons come out on top; And high stakes for Superman... ...

A surprise interest rates call, and an American in Paris Fashion Week

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 9 July: A surprise interest rate call; Netanyahu visits the White House again; Questions over a literary hit; And an American in Paris Fash...

Your Shortcut to... BRICS

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The leaders of some of the world’s biggest developing economies have just wrapped up a major summit in Brazil. They’re part of an alliance called ...

Erin Patterson is found guilty, and a dino-sized box office hit

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 8 July: Erin Patterson is found guilty; A bombshell Epstein investigation; The Demon goes down to the Joker; And a giant Jurassic footprint.....

More antisemitic attacks in Victoria, and some majorly fast munching...

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 7 July: More antisemitic attacks in Victoria; Deadly flash flooding in Texas; Vale Julian McMahon; And our new major league star... You can...

The Squiz Quiz of the Month

05 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Squiz Quiz. we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened in June with the Weekly Wrap co-host Jodie Speers and Cont...

Childcare changes are on the way, and a meteorite from Mars

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 4 July: Childcare changes are on the way; An Olympic funding deal is done; Dating apps are on the decline; And a meteorite from Mars... Fin...

Ask the Squiz: AUKUS, the NYC Mayoral race, and The Project

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’ve had plenty of questions from Squizers over the last week or so about what’s going on in the news - so in Ask The Squiz, we’ll be doing our...

Trump pushes for a ceasefire in Gaza, and the zoot suit revival

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 3 July: Trump pushes for a ceasefire in Gaza; A verdict in the Diddy trial; Hackers target Qantas; And the zoot suit revival... SPONSORE...

The super tax debate continues, and the Royal train rolls to a stop

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 2 July: The super tax debate continues; A childcare worker faces abuse charges; More sunscreen trouble; And the Royal train rolls to a stop...

Your Shortcut to... A new era of economic reform?

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 2025 federal election has been run and comprehensively won by Labor… and already, Treasurer Jim Chalmers has outlined his vision for what he say...

Weighing up our defence spending, and the rise of robot sports

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 1 July: Weighing up our defence spending; A storm is brewing; Star's Brisbane buyout runs into problems; And the rise of robot sports... Yo...

Court cases take centre stage, and a wedding for the ages

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 30 June: Court cases take centre stage; A high-profile Brisbane murder investigation; Wimbledon gets underway; And a wedding for the ages... ...

Assessing the US strikes on Iran, and a new era for 007

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 27 June: Assessing the US strikes on Iran; Cassius Turvey's killers are sentenced; Creating human DNA; And a new era for 007... SPONSORED:...

Your Shortcut to… The social media ban for U16yos

26 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In less than 6 months, the Albanese Government’s ban on social media for children under 16yo will come into effect. It’s the first law of its kind...

NATO leaders welcome Trump, and fun for movie fans

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 26 June: NATO leaders welcome Trump; Ley lays out her plans; A new Falconio reward; And fun for movie fans... SPONSORED: You can find out...

A shaky truce in the Middle East, and some art gallery accidents

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 25 June: A shaky truce in the Middle East; Zelensky calls for support; Our social media ban's in focus; And some art gallery slip-ups... ...

Your Shortcut to… The nuclear non-proliferation treaty

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After the catastrophic destruction caused by nuclear weapons at the end of World War II, most of the world's countries signed onto an agreement called...

Iran makes its move, and Acca Dacca's back again

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 24 June: Iran makes its move; Our record road toll grows; A big Aussie golf win; And Acca Dacca's back again... SPONSORED: You can find ou...

The US attacks Iran, and it's South Korea's time to shine

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, 23 June: The US attacks Iran; Albanese skips the NATO Summit; Another data breach hits; And it's South Korea's time to shine... SPONSORED: ...

Bonus ep: The Call Sheet: Trent Dalton on ambition, regrets and what comes next

21 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoyed this episode? There’s plenty more on the News Club podcast feed—just search for News Club wherever you listen to podcasts. And don’t for...

The US considers striking Iran, and a tasty sweet potato

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 20 June: The US considers striking Iran, The survivor of the Air India crash speaks, An update on our population, and a pretty sweet potato......

Your Shortcut to... The Tassie stadium saga

19 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not often that the fate of a footy team hinges on a state election, but Aussie Rules fans will be paying close attention to the campaign in Tas...

A new war brews in the Middle East, and some honorary Oscars

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 19 June: A new war brews in the Middle East; Tax changes are on the table; A big State of Origin win for Queensland; And some honorary Oscar...

Trump makes an early G7 exit, and a puffer jacket you can sleep in

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 18 June: Trump makes an early G7 exit; Pheobe Bishop's body is found; A sunscreen barney; And a puffer jacket innovation... SPONSORED: Y...

Your Shortcut to... The conflict between Israel and Iran

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Long-simmering tensions between Israel and Iran have boiled over after Israel launched a major attack on Iran, targeting its military leaders, nuclear...

Aussies caught in the Middle East, and the Logie noms are out

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 17 June: Aussies get caught in the Middle East; The G7 Summit kicks off; Eating the rainbow; And a ladies' Logies... SPONSORED: You can find...

Israel and Iran trade strikes, and all eyes on Adam Scott

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday 16th June: Israel and Iran trade strikes, a search for a shooter in the US, Adam Scott's a big chance at the US Open, and rocking out just a bi...

A major plane crash in India, and some brilliant baked beans

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 13th June: A major plane crash in India, an awkward time for AUKUS, a big week for dinosaurs, and some brilliant baked beans SPONSORED: To he...

Your Shortcut to... The US immigration protests

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve caught any news recently, you’ll have seen footage of protests going on in the US city of Los Angeles. They’re in response to federal ...

Tensions between Australia and Israel, and some maritime mysteries

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 12 June: Tension grows between Australia and Israel; The Pentagon is reviewing AUKUS; Vale Brian Wilson; And some maritime mysteries... S...

Tassie's election decision is delayed, and a new dino discovery

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 11 June: Tassie's election decision is delayed, Trump orders more troops to LA; Another major IVF mistake; And a new dino discovery... ...

Protests escalate in Los Angeles, and a very dull club

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 10 June: Protests escalate in the US; An aid ship is blocked by Israel; Some weekend winners; And a very dull club... SPONSORED: You can f...

The Squiz Quiz of May

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Squiz Quiz. we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened in May with the Weekly Wrap co-hosts Jodie Speers and Clai...

Trump and Musk hit the rocks, and a Wicked date is set

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Friday, 6 June: Trump and Musk hit the rocks; Rockliff gets the boot; A French Open underdog; And a Wicked date is set... SPONSORED: You can find o...

Your Shortcut to… the drought in southern Australia

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A severe drought that’s been going on for over a year has caused big problems in the southern states of Australia. The lack of rainfall has devastat...

A political storm in Tassie, and the search for an iconic prop

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thursday, 5 June: A political storm in Tassie; Aid centres in Gaza hit pause; Patterson's evidence continues; And the search for an iconic prop... ...

Erin Patterson's back in the witness box, and some accidental auction items

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wednesday, 4 June: Erin Patterson's back in the witness box; Our minimum wage gets a boost; A big donation to Africa; And some accidental auction item...

Your Shortcut to... the super tax debate

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Superannuation has been coming up in the headlines a bit recently, with an increase in tax on super accounts set to affect some of the wealthiest Aust...

Russia and Ukraine meet again, and a busy week in the night skies

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tuesday, 3 June: Russia and Ukraine meet again; Erin Patterson takes the stand; The Tillies have a new coach; And a busy week in the night skies... ...