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Squiz Today
A daily news podcast presented by Andrew Williams, Anna Pykett and Larissa Huntington, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give some balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect…
Episodes
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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 Shortcut To... Royal…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 16 June - The Adem Somyurek scandal; Press freedoms in the Philippines; Cricket Australia's CEO expected to depart; and tackling awkward subjects, kiwi-style...
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 be found in…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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 found in The…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
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 found in The…
Squiz TodayThursday, 11 June - Relief as missing Victorian teenager is found; The Vatican's response to George Floyd; The real effect of probiotics; and feral chickens...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Bend over let me see you shake your tail feather” . Your shortcut to... Royal Commissions…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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 Squiz Today…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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 news, delivered…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
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's news can…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Basically I'm saying either way we 'bout to slide” Your Shortcut to... Recession…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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 be found in…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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 with…
Squiz TodayMonday, 1 June - Violent protests in the US; The US pulls out of the World Health Organisation; Repaying Robodebt; and remembering the three P's...
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 events that…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
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 big news events…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I don't want to talk about it” Squiz Shortcuts: Xi Jinping…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “It's coming round again.” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored)…
Squiz TodayMonday, 25 May - Fears for Hong Kong's independence; The $60 billion JobKeeper miscalculation; Target will close 167 stores; and the most popular baby names...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “See ya later alligator” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . Commbank (sponsored)…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “We are the world” . Squiz Shortcuts: Recession - https://www.thesquiz.com.au/shortcuts/squiz-shortcuts-recession/ . …
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Arrivederci its one on one” Squiz Shortcuts - The South China Sea…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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-appropriate…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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)…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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
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 to the big…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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.
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 backstory to the…
Squiz TodayThursday, 14 May - COVID-19's mystery illnesses; Hong Kong's new normal; Hackers target a celebrity law firm; And fur-teens.
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “'Cause wishin' and hopin' and thinkin' and prayin'” . Squiz Shortcuts, the 10 minute podcast that gives you the…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 13 May - Beef and barley; The Treasurer's cough; Regional Express looks to shake up the Aussie airline industry; And Alan Jones retires.
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 backstory to the big…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “There goes my miracle” . Sign up to The Squiz - www.thesquiz.com.au . . RMIT Online…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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 news, delivered…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I live for the applause, applause, applause” Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes that give background and…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Ground control to Major Tom.” . Squiz Shortcut on The World Health Organisation…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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 three month's…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. . “Pretty bubbles in the air" . . Squiz Picks for Mother's Day -…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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.com.au/covid19…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
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 news…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
he Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “You're as cold as ice” Squiz Shortcuts - Coronavirus Key People…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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 (sponsored)…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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 that need a…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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 context to…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “When will I know?” Australian Mushrooms (sponsored) - Miguel’s Mushrooms on Sourdough, Spanish Style…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got” Squiz Shortcuts - Recession…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “I'm losing my favourite game” Squiz Shortcut - Australia's economy and a recession…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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 give…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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 . See /privacy…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
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 news events…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
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 big news…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 15 April - Looking towards Covid-19's economic impact; Urgent aid for Vanuatu sits in quarantine; Joe Biden's big endorsements; and getting zumped...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. "I'm free, free-falling” . Squiz Kids Q&A with PM Scott Morrison -…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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, delivered with…
Squiz TodaySquiz Kids: Kids-only Coronavirus Q&A with Prime Minister Scott Morrison
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 weekday…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “And I begin to wonder” New Squiz Shortcuts episode - Infectious Diseases . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “Pour some sugar on me” New Squiz Shortcuts episode - Infectious Diseases . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast episodes…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. “So what? I'm still a rockstar” New Squiz Shortcuts episode - Infectious Diseases . Squiz Shortcuts, 10 minute podcast…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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, delivered with…
Squiz TodayFriday, 3 April - The government announces free childcare; The growth - and concerns about - Zoom; Getting ready for daylight saving; and the Tiger King phenomenon...
The Squiz is your shortcut to the news. Darling can't you hear me SOS” Squiz Shortcuts: Daylight Savings…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
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)…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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)…
Squiz TodayTuesday, 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...
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 olds…
Squiz TodayMonday, 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...
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 for 8-12 year…
Squiz TodayFriday, 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...
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 year olds…
Squiz TodayThursday, 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...
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 for 8-12 year…
Squiz TodaySquiz Kids: Coronavirus Explained
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 questions…
Squiz TodayWednesday, 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...
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 8-12 year…