The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially dropped restrictions that prohibit gay and bisexual men from donating blood. The ban was implemented in 1983 for men who have sex with men due to the AIDS epidemic.  

In today’s episode of the Briefing, we discover that since the early 80s, scientific advances and more testing has led to the ban on LGBT men and transwomen donating blood being lifted. We’re joined by Darian Aaron from GLAAD, a US LGBTQ advocacy organisations; and Thomas Buxereau from Australia's 'Let Us Give’ campaign.  

So what’s happening in Australia, why hasn’t the ban been lifted here?  



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Man charged with arson after deadly NZ blaze
The G7 meets in Japan
USA: TikTok banned in Montana
Nadal announces retirement plan



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"Years away": Why Gay Australian men can’t give blood

11,500 Hollywood television and screenwriters are on strike, they’re determined to get better pay and conditions and want safeguards in place against AI. The studios say they can’t hand out pay rises as investors are no longer gung-ho about streaming.

We go inside the strike with writer Josh Gondelman who used to work on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver to find out exactly what’s going on.



Headlines:
Prince Harry and Meghan in “near catastrophic car chase”
Melbourne truckdriver granted bail
Quad meeting officially cancelled
Falls Festival canned
Sherpa climbs Everest for record 27th time



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Why Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon  and Stephen Colbert are off-air

Snapchat has introduced an AI chatbot that users can ask any question and receive an answer in extreme detail. Users can customise the chatbot’s name, design a Bitmoji avatar for it and it sits alongside conversations with real friends.

Snapchat’s chatbot may feel less transactional but AI ethics expert Julian Koplin says the new technology can be misleading.



Headlines:
Search for bodies resumes at NZ hostel
Biden could visit Australia next week
30 to 34-year-olds under worst cost of living pressure
Support for Voice slips
Gillard says she 'got it wrong' on same-sex marriage



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Snapchat AI: The creepy fake friend

Anti-crime groups have taken to the streets going door to door targeting suspected thieves in the Queensland town of Rockhampton. The vigilante groups formed on social media despite police warning them that vigilantism is not the answer to community crime.

Indigenous leaders and police are worried, Dr. Terry Goldsworthy, an associate professor in criminal justice and criminology explains why.



Headlines:
PFAS class action settles 
A national anti-scam centre is set to open in July
Thailand’s opposition challenges military rule 
Turkiye election is too close to call
Martha Stewart on the cover of Sports Illustrated



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Is vigilantism the answer to youth crime?

New Netflix show Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story has hit the number one spot on the streaming service and gives the back story of the British Queen Charlotte.

The show has been sparking conversation about whether or not she was the first black Queen. British historian Cindy McCreery joins Jan Fran to explain why.



Headlines:
Two charged over neo-Nazi rally
Road death toll climbs despite national strategy
Education fees have almost tripled since 2023
Turkiye could have a new president
Will Australia compete in Eurovision 2024?



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Was Queen Charlotte the UK's first black Queen?

Sarah Harris is the newest host of The Project, filling the shoes of Carrie Bickmore who has been with the agenda-setting news show since its inception.

Harris is no stranger to television. She previously hosted Studio 10 for nearly a decade, and before that was a reporter for Channel 9 and Channel 7. 

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Sarah explains how nothing could have prepared her for the invasive attention and outdated criticism from some parts of the media and how she’s balancing her new work and parenting.

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Sarah Harris won’t take the media mum guilt

Former NRL player Jarryd Hayne is expected to be sentenced today. The 35-year-old was found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman on grand final night in 2018, following a third trial last month. 

Host of This Arvo in Sydney Sacha Barbour Gatt takes us through the backstory of Jarryd Hayne, his massive fall from grace and why it’s taken so long to get this conviction. 



Headlines:

- Opposition leader Peter Dutton gives his budget reply

- The trade minister is trying to repair relations with China

- Biden might skip the quad meeting because of the debt ceiling

- Google’s AI chatbot Bard has launched in Australia



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Sentencing Day: The downfall of Jarryd Hayne

Eurovision is back again, this year being played out in the UK. It’s a change from the norm after Ukraine won last year’s contest, but couldn’t host themselves.  

We go behind the scenes with commentator Myf Warhurst to hear all the goss all the way from Liverpool. 



Headlines:

- Inquiry into the handling of the Brittany Higgins rape trial continues

- The Opposition to deliver its budget reply today

 - QLD Path to Treaty legislation passes parliament

- AFL to find out if they can use Tasmanian Devils name





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"Bonkers and ridiculous": Behind the scenes of Eurovision 2023

We’ve heard artificial intelligence could take our jobs, now a new investigation shows how it could make inequalities worse. 

We speak to Tracey Spicer about her new book Man Made: How the bias of the past is being built into the future. 



Headlines:
Budget breakdown
Donald Trump has been found liable for sexual abuse
Jenny Craig Australia in voluntary administration



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Budget rundown & How AI is wired up to be a privileged white man

110 people have been confirmed dead in a Kenyan forest, believed to have starved themselves after following the teachings of a cult called The Good News International Church. The church taught that the end of the world was coming and its followers should starve themselves before that time and then they would go to heaven. Children were to die first, then the unmarried, then mothers and the elderly, and then lastly the church’s leaders. 

The leader Paul Mackenzie now faces charges of terrorism, murder, kidnapping and cruelty towards children. We speak with Guardian reporter Caroline Kimeau on the ground about how this tragedy came about. 



Headlines:

- What to expect in the budget 

- ACT prosecutor takes stand in Lehrmann-Higgins enquiry 

- 'No' vote groups to merge

-QLD Police Commissioner cautions against retaliating to youth crime



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Inside a Kenyan starvation cult

While you may not have heard Michael Lucas’ voice before, you’ve almost certainly heard his words.

Michael is an award winning screenwriter who has been at the helm of some of Australia’s most loved TV shows, from Offspring, to Wentworth and The Newsreader. 

In this chat with Jamila Rizv, Michael deep dives into what draws him to telling certain kinds of stories and how his own life experiences shape the lives of his characters.

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Do: Mothers Day gifts – dress up a pot plant, vouchers and planning a day together. 

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The writer behind Offspring, Wentworth and the Newsreader

It’s a big weekend for the royalists around the world with the coronation of King Charles III to take place in London.  It’s been 70 years since the last coronation – that of Elizabeth II in 1953. 

More than 2000 guests are invited including our PM Anthony Albanese. He’s taking with him around 20 upstanding Australians with him including comedian Adam Hills, who joins us from London.



Headlines:
Huge pay rise coming for aged care workers  
Jenny Craig remains open in Aus despite US closure 
Adam Cranston has legal funding removed
Russia accuses Ukraine of attempting to assassinate Putin
A huge win for young Aussies looking to move to the UK



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Adam Hills goes behind the scenes of the coronation

Singer Katy Perry has lost her long running legal fight with Australian clothing designer Katie Perry. Our Federal court has ruled the pop-star infringed in the trademark of the local brand, which was established in 2007 before the singer’s rise to international fame. We speak with clothing designer Katie Perry about why the case went on so long, and how she feels now she finally has a verdict. 



Headlines:
9 dead in Serbian school shooting 
Mortgage affordability at worst level in 30 years 
Paracetamol packets to get smaller 
Universities drop languages; take up AI 
Faruqi launches court action against Hanson 



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Katie Perry vs Katy Perry: How an Aussie businesswoman defeated a superstar

This year’s Met Gala theme is ‘Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty' which sparked backlash due to the late fashion designer's views on women's bodies and the #MeToo movement.

We find out about why he was controversial and also dive into the rising issue of cancel culture in major fashion houses with brand consultant and editor Alison Izzo.



Headlines:
Interest rates lift again
Qantas appoints first woman CEO boss
Tasmania to get its own AFL team
Albo has met with King Charles



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Met Too - A questionable line of Beauty

Thousands of households are refinancing their mortgages. In February alone $20billion worth of loans were remortgaged. With the fixed rate cliff just around the corner, even more Australians will be looking for a better deal.

In this episode we speak with RateCity’s Sally Tindall on what to do if you’re looking at refinancing and what traps to avoid.



Headlines:
Tributes flow for Masterchef’s Jock Zonfrillo 
Health minister announces vape crackdown 
Lauren Cranston jailed for eight years 
Another US bank fails 



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An insider reveals how to save thousands on your mortgage

This strange saga has a few twists and turns which have culminated in Disney taking Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis to court. It's the latest move in a year-long battle that started when Disney publicly criticised Florida’s ‘don’t say gay' laws. In retaliation, DeSantis stripped Disney of its 56-year-long self-governing status and even threatened to open a prison near its theme park.  

We find out the whole story from Guardian writer Richard Luscombe based in Florida on why one man’s beef with a corporation in his state could have much wider implications.



Headlines:
Housing figures show downturn is over 
Two Australians facing jail in Indonesia 
Biden jokes about age at White House dinner 
Coronation: public asked to make controversial pledge 
Netherlands: Sperm donor banned from donating more 



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Mickey Mouse vs Conservative America: Why Disney is suing Florida

When Melissa Leong tastes her food, everyone pays attention. As the first female MasterChef judge her elegant and evocative descriptions make you feel part of the experience.

When it comes to food, there isn’t much Melissa hasn’t done and in 2022 she was nominated for a Gold Logie. 

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Melissa touches on her experience of fame as a self-described introvert and what it means to be a woman of colour on prime-time television. 

Melissa Leong makes watching food taste great

Did the TV show Succession predict it? The Murdoch's have fired Tucker Carlson and retreated from two giant legal fights with Dominion & Crikey.

In this episode we speak with Paddy Manning, author of The Successor on just how rotten things are in the state of Fox News.



Headlines:
Tucker Carlson speaks out after Fox sacking
US talkshow icon Jerry Springer dies at 79
Credit cards to be banned from online gambling
Katy Perry loses her copyright case with an Australian clothing designer
Ed Sheeran sued by Marvin Gaye's estate



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“News for angry old people” - the trouble in Murdoch town

Two Australian states have experienced a huge increase in the number of license suspensions. It’s a result of AI detection software that is now being rolled out across the country.

We speak with Listnr's investigative journalist Joey Watson on whether this is just good policy? Or is there more at play? 



Headlines:
Annual inflation rate falls to 7%
A new migration strategy to be outlined
Zelenskyy speaks with Xi for the first time
Major Microsoft gaming deal blocked
An update in the Kathleen Folbigg case



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What's behind the rise in driver's license suspensions?

The luxury goods industry is worth $5.3 billion, but it turns out despite the cost of living crisis, young people are driving demand with a third of luxury items purchased by Australians under the age of 30.

We speak with IBISWorld report author Kayla Wheeler, and fashion lecturer Alison Izzo about the new obsession with quiet luxury among young people.



Headlines:

- Biden announces re-election bid

- Tucker Carlson fired by Rupert Murdoch’s Fox News

- Medicine to be cheaper for six million Australians

- Victoria is raising the age of criminal responsibility

- Prince William got a secret pay out from Murdoch newspaper



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Luxury fashion: What do Gen Z and Gwyneth Paltrow have in common?

With Australia’s megachurch in turmoil, Tom Tilley has been working on an documentary investigation that reveals how far the problems go back and the real reasons its founder Brian Houston lost control of his church.

In this extended interview with Katrina Blowers, Tom explains how the investigation began and what he learned along the way.

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Tom Tilley’s six month Hillsong investigation

A long-awaited review into the RBA has been handed down, with the government supporting the 51 recommendations in principle. Among them, the board that sets interest rates will be split off from the people who govern the overall running of the bank.

We speak with Jonathan Kearns who spent three decades at the RBA and was one of the people consulted by the review panel.  



Headlines:

- Tributes pour in for Barry Humphries 
- Landmark Defence Review to be released 
- Citizenship rules eased for Kiwis 
- Talor Gooch wins Aussie LIV Golf tournament 
- Twitter flips again over the “blue tick” 



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What does the RBA review mean for you?

Jess Hill is an investigative journalist who has dedicated the last six years of her life to exploring, explaining and making sense of family violence, domestic abuse and sexual assault.

This week she returns to SBS television with a documentary series called Asking For It featuring Grace Tame, Saxon Mullins and other survivors and experts who candidly share their experiences.

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Jess reflects on her significant work while also receiving treatment for a brain tumour - an experience Jamila unfortunately knows a bit too well. 

*content warning* this episode includes mention of sexual harassment, domestic violence and assault  

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Jess Hill on what's next for #metoo

We take six well known cosmetics to an independent laboratory for testing. The results show that two of the brands contain PFAS, which are dangerous synthetic ‘forever chemicals.’  

Find out which brands and how they respond to the results in this special report from Clair Weaver, Investigations Editor at Listnr. 

Complaints about PFAS in cosmetics should go to the ACCC (Problem with a product or service you bought | ACCC.)



Headlines:
QLD to introduce major drug law changes 
ACT to offer free abortion 
BuzzFeed News is shutting down 
Elon Musk’s rocket explodes 
Mother and son survive light plane crash 



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Synthetic "forever chemicals" found in popular cosmetics brands

It’s been one year since Sydney artist Scott Marsh caused a storm on social media after posting controversial comments about vaccines. The Aussie artist is here to tell us about his experience of having pericarditis after getting the vaccine and how the fallout from that post affected his life.

We’re also speaking to infectious diseases expert Paul Griffin for the facts on vaccine injury.



Headlines:

- Reserve Bank to be shaken up
- Australia’s first EV strategy announced
- PM slams Lidia Thorpe
- Father Bob Maguire dies aged 88
- India to overtake China’s population



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Can we talk about vaccine injury now?

An Australian-first study has been launched looking at the online hate directed at female athletes. At the Tokyo games, 87% of online abuse towards athletes was directed at females. Female athletes say it's not an option to not use social media, because they are paid less and rely on it for income. So, what is it like being on the receiving end of daily online abuse? We talk with Olympic swimmer Cate Campbell and Dr Caitlin McGrane from Deakin University about the problem.



Headlines:

- Landmark Fox trial settles 

- Jacinta Price named as new Shadow Minister  

- Jobseeker payments deemed "seriously inadequate" in new report  

- Charles chooses quiche for coronation 



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Cate Campbell: Why female athletes cop so much online abuse

The controversial Bold Glamour filter on TikTok has now been used almost 40 million times. The AI filter gives users the perfect bone structure, full lips and flawless skin. It’s so realistic in fact, that some users say it should come with a warning as it’s setting unrealistic expectations of how we should look.

On this episode of the Briefing we speak to cosmetic surgery consultant Dr Rand Younes about what impact are these filters having on self-esteem and is it causing a rise in the number of people getting fillers and botox?



Headlines:

- Shorten: “NDIS needs a reboot” 

- Aussies scammed out of $3.1 billion  

- Man dies on Kokoda Track 

- Cosmetic surgery patients to need psych test 



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Filters and fillers: how far is too far?

In 2007, due to road fatalities among young drivers, the learner period more than doubled from 50 hours to 120 hours in NSW and Victoria, but new research suggests these changes have done nothing to change road tolls. For almost 25 years, teenagers in New South Wales have been logging their driving hours, but with little evidence on the benefits, until now. So should they be scrapped and what is needed instead? 



Headlines:

- 'No' ad campaign kicks off

- New survey reveals only 35% of GPs are offering bulk billing 

- Bali wants to revoke visas for Russians/Ukrainians 

- Vape company investigated over illegal TikTok ads 

- Collingwood apologises for 1993 racism 





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Why the Learner Driver system is wrong

Kate Jenkins has changed Australian workplaces forever during her seven-year term as Sex Discrimination Commissioner.

During her time in the role Kate delivered the landmark Respect@Work report, which made a series of recommendations that laws be changed around workplace sexual harassment. 

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Kate reflects the last seven years in the role as she reaches to the final week of being Commissioner.



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Kate Jenkins changed the game - and the parliament

The LNP is divided on the First Nations Voice. The shadow Attorney General Julian Leeser has stepped down from the Shadow Cabinet over the issue, while Tasmania’s Bridget Archer has also made it clear she supports the Voice. 

In this episode of The Briefing we speak with Jacqui Munro – member for the NSW legislative council, a Liberal who is for the Voice about how she came to that position, what the implications are for Peter Dutton and the rest of the party.   



Headlines:

- Man arrested over Pentagon leak
- Presbyterian church doesn’t want sexually active school captains
- Dutton calls for more action from PM in Alice Springs
- Cyclone Ilsa makes landfall in WA
- Harry Potter to get a TV series



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'It's his prerogative' young female Liberal MP opens up on Dutton

From disrupting local council meetings, to denying the Holocaust - there’s a new movement of conspiracy theorists called My Place, who are taking some of the most dangerous beliefs on the internet and confronting councils around Australia. In this episode, we speak to ABC journalist, Emily Baker, about her recent interview with the group’s leader.



Headlines:

- Prince Harry to attend coronation 
- El Niño could be on the way 
- Elon Musk says Twitter has been “painful” 
- Dinosaur skull found in Queensland



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The conspiracy group trying to take over local councils

Leadership author, columnist and company director Kirstin Ferguson says ”I truly believe we are all leaders; whether we lead our families, our business or our country.” In her new book, Head and Heart, she argues despite history handing privileged men more formal leadership positions, all of us – from a checkout operator at Woolies to the Prime Minister of a country – can effectively step up to the plate, read what the room needs in key moments and be great leaders.

So, what’s holding us back? 



Headlines:

- Liberal minister steps down to back Voice
- IMF warns global economy is being pushed toward recession
- Class action launched over contraceptive device
- China to review Australia barley tariffs
- Two Aussies win at Bells Beach



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Are you a leader? Leadership stereotypes dismantled

The latest World Obesity Federation Report found 51 per cent of the world, or more than 4 billion people, will be obese or overweight within the next 12 years, with rates rising fastest among children.


In today’s Briefing, we explore what it means for the next generations of Australians; what the contributing factors are; and why crash dieting is one of the worst ways to tackle the crisis.




Headlines:
- Dalai Lama apologises for asking boy to “suck his tongue”
- Classified Pentagon documents leaked
- China "successfully completes” military drills around Taiwan
- Four killed in Kentucky mass shooting



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Obesity crisis: why dieting makes you lose control of your weight

Mid-last year, figures showed Tinder subscriptions dropped, and it was largely attributed to Gen Z making a switch. More recently, Bumble has taken a tumble late last year, and it was largely Gen Z users who were not renewing their subscriptions.

We talk to Lisa Portolan is a dating expert about whether people are turning away from dating apps altogether or moving towards more niche ones? 



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Dating apps in 2023: Are we over them?

Kath Koschel is a former Australian Cricket player and founder of The Kindness Factory who has lived the highest of highs and lowest of lows, to a degree you’d never expect of someone who hasn’t yet reached her 40s.

On track for a sensational cricketing career, debuting for NSW in 2011, Kath’s dream was abruptly cut short. In the space of five years she would break her back twice, and in that same period lose the love of her life to suicide. 

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Kath explains how her new book explores what she’s learned about perspective, connection and happiness, and how the kindness of strangers helped her through life’s cruellest moments.

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Kath Koschel made a list of names and called everyone

Have you ever thought about where the chocolate in your Easter egg comes from and how it is made? In this episode, we speak to John Dumay, research lead on the chocolate scorecard which rates the ethics and sustainability of some of the world’s biggest chocolate brands.  



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Chocolate scorecard: where do your eggs rank?

Pop star Lewis Capaldi has announced he may have to quit his music career as the stress of making a second album has made his tourettes worse. The Scottish star is the latest to speak publicly about the condition, Billie Eilish has also opened up about her diagnosis.

In this episode, we’re looking into what it’s like living with the condition and how it impacts daily life.

Headlines:

- Dutton confirms LNP will oppose plans for the Voice  
- Lowe warns of interest rate jumps 
- Cleo Smith abductor sentenced
- Trump slams NY judge following arrest



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Lewis Capaldi, Billie Eilish: what’s it like to live with Tourettes?

AI technology jumped onto most people’s radar last year with the launch of Chat GPT. Now, one of the biggest tech leaders, Elon Musk, has signed a letter calling for a pause on the GPT technology. So, what are Elon Musk and the other high-profile signatories to this letter worried about? In this episode we explore what GPT actually is and find out if it’s realistic to pause it. 



Headlines:

- Trump pleads not guilty to 34 charges 
- RBA pauses interest rates 
- NRL star Jarryd Hayne convicted of sexual assault
- Madeleine McCann claimant gets DNA results
- Rupert Murdoch’s engagement called off

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Why Elon Musk wants AI development paused

Malcolm Turnbull originally rejected the idea of a Voice to parliament in 2017, but he's now come around. In this episode, we find out if the former Prime Minister takes responsibility for setting The Voice back and why he supports it now. 

Malcolm Turnbull's brand new podcast is Defending Democracy and dives deep into his thoughts on the state of the world and our political system.

Headlines:

- Trump heading to New York over Stormy Daniels charges
- TikTok banned from government devices
- Melbourne principal guilty of sexual abuse
- Finland joins NATO
- Tributes for Indigenous leader Yunupingu

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Why Malcolm Turnbull backflipped on The Voice: Part 2

Malcolm Turnbull was Australia's 29th Prime Minister, holding office from 2015 - 2018. His brand new podcast Defending Democracy dives deep into his thoughts on the state of the world and our political system and asks the question - are we witnessing the decline of western/liberal democracy? 

Headlines:

- Liberals smashed in Aston by-election 
- VIC: Daniel Andrews breaks silence over China trip 
- NSW Premier vows to never work with Mark Latham
- The Pope is on the mend 
- Max Verstappen wins F1 Grand Prix 



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Malcolm Turnbull on Putin, media and why he still backs the NBN: Part 1

Susanne Legena is the CEO of child rights organisation Plan International Australia, a passionate feminist, and champion of young people.  

In 2014, after spending a 15 year career working in corporate and government communications, Susanne decided to make a big career change.

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi Susanne talks about how she became CEO of Plan and how her own story of fertility struggles played a big part in deciding to dedicate her life’s work to girls’ equality.

Susanne Legena has a plan to tackle poverty

The Victorian government is moving to ban the Nazi salute after neo-Nazis made the gesture on the steps of parliament. The issue has also spilled into federal parliament: Attorney General Mark Dreyfus tried to make a point the LNP had not called out the behaviour, but opposition leader Peter Dutton called his bluff saying he would support a federal ban of Nazi symbolism. 

In this episode, we find out what the state of play is across the country when it comes to Nazi symbolism, and if banning Nazi symbolism could make a difference.

Headlines:

- Liberals to be tested in Victoria
- Latham condemned for homophobic remarks
- Palmer launching $300m lawsuit
- Voice to Parliament Bill introduced
- Climate safeguard bill passes 

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Will banning Nazi symbols work?

The recent NSW election result puts Labor in power right across the country, except for Tasmania. The last time – indeed, the only time – it has been in office in all nine of Australia's jurisdictions was for a few months between late November 2007 and early September 2008. So, why has this happened and what does it mean for Australian citizens? 

In this episode we unpack how we have changed as a society and how the Liberal party has misread modern Australia.

Headlines:

- Inflation falls for second month 
- Parliamentary inquiry into ADHD 
- Peter Bol cleared by independent labs  
- Prince Harry says palace knew about alleged phone hacking 
- Elon Musk, Bill Gates call for pause on AI 

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Wall-to-wall Labor: What does it mean for Australia?

Joe Biden has just approved the Willow Project in Alaska – the biggest oil drilling project in the US for decades. During his election campaign, Biden vowed to end oil and gas drilling, but his administration has now given the $8billion project the green-light. Climate activists are outraged, with over one-million letters being sent to the White House, 4.7-million petition signatures, and a trending #StopWillow TikTok hashtag. So, what is the Willow Project, when will drilling begin and should we be worried about the impact it will have on our climate? 

In this episode, we speak to Ian Dooley, a lawyer from Earthjustice, the group trying to sue against the Willow project. 

Headlines:
Body cam footage of US shooting released 
NSW Labor likely to form minority government 
SAS officer granted bail  
39 die in fire on Mexico-US border 
Victorian man strikes gold finding $240K nugget 

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#StopWillow: Biden approves massive US oil project

The incredible story of Adam and Lauren Cranston, the children of a former tax commissioner, who attempted to steal $105m from the ATO. We speak to Weekend Telegraph journalist Brenden Hills for part 2 of this story.

In this half, Brenden explains the way the pair abused their father’s position, the phone taps that eventually brought them undone and how their relationship with their father is looking now.

Headlines:

- Labor gets support to pass emissions bill
- Vic MP Moira Deeming suspended over neo-Nazi rally
- Crown Resorts admits data breach
- Prince Harry in London for privacy court case

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Part 2: Betrayal at the heart of Australia's biggest tax fraud

The incredible story of Adam and Lauren Cranston, the children of a former tax commissioner, who attempted to steal $105m from the ATO. We explain how the scam began, the way they abused their father’s position, and the phone taps that eventually brought them undone. PLUS - Jan Fran and Tom Tilley break down Labor’s NSW election win. 



Headlines:
Chris Minns wins NSW election
Dominic Perrottet steps down as NSW Liberal Leader 
South Australia becomes the first state to legislate the Indigenous Voice to Parliament  
Prince Andrew in talks with US authors about his own memoir



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Part 1: The brother-sister duo who attempted Australia’s biggest ever tax fraud

Lizzy Hoo is many things, a writer, a noddle enthusiast, the child of a Hollywood-style love story, an actor, a rescue greyhound owner - and, as she’s only recently discovered - a person of colour.

Lizzy grew up in a funny household with her Dad playing tricks on the family constantly, with comedy in her bones Lizzy was always destined to be funny. 

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Lizzy explains how she quit her day job to do comedy full time, becoming one of Australia’s most exciting new voices. 

We forgot to tell Lizzy Hoo she’s a POC

The NSW election takes place this Saturday. The LNP’s Dominic Perrottet is going up against Labor’s Chris Minns. Polls are putting Labor just ahead, but the coalition is far from being counted out. 

In this episode, we’ve got Sacha Barbour Gatt, host of new Listnr Sydney news podcast This Arvo in Sydney, to tell you everything you need to know about tomorrow’s election.

Subscribe to This Arvo in Sydney on the LiSTNR app or wherever you download your podcasts.

Headlines:


PM Anthony Albanese unveils Voice to Parliament question


Senator Lidia Thorpe clashes with police during anti-trans-rights rally


TikTok CEO questioned by US lawmakers


New massive species of spider discovered in QLD



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NSW election: what you need to know

Donald Trump is back in the spotlight again, after announcing he's going to be arrested based on charges stemming from a 2016 investigation into a payment to porn star Stormy Daniels. Elon Musk reacted saying if Trump is arrested, then he 'will be re-elected in a landslide.’ Yet, no arrest has actually happened - but it has got the world talking about Trump again. So, are we all falling victim to the Trump hype machine? 

In this episode, we speak to David Smith, from the US Studies Centre at Sydney University, to find out more about the Stormy Daniels case.

Headlines:

- Wording of The Voice to be signed off 
- Government shut down opposition bill to ban Nazi symbolism 
- Intersex law change in ACT
- Third person charged after LGBT protest turns ugly



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Donald Trump’s impending arrest: The story behind the publicity stunt

Listnr’s investigative journalist Joey Watson spent three hours in Sydney’s Long Bay prison meeting offenders who are selling their art through Boom Gate Gallery - Australia’s only permanent prison art gallery. 

In this episode of The Briefing, we go behind the scenes at one of the most dangerous and notorious prisons in the country to find out how art is helping prisoners survive behind bars. 

Headlines:

- Fight over Nazi symbols spills into fed parliament
- Trump not indicted… yet
- Final multi-million dollar tax fraud offender behind bars
- Good news for mortgage holders
- Finland: the happiest place on earth

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"It does break people": Inside a violent offenders yard

Queensland will become the second jurisdiction in Australia to implement a pill-testing regime to test for purity and contamination in recreational drugs. The Palaszczuk government will roll out pill testing services, at fixed and mobile sites, to chemically test illicit drugs to check for the presence of potentially dangerous substances and chemical compounds, with the aim of changing the behaviour of users and reducing the risk of harm from drug use. Queensland is developing protocols around the operation of testing, off the back of successful trials conducted at festivals and a fixed site in Canberra.  

In today’s Briefing, we speak to Juile Tam who lost her son after taking MDMA at a music festival and Rebecca Lang from the Queensland Network for Alcohol and Other Drug Agencies.

Headlines:

- Ex SAS soldier faces life in prison 
- Chinese and Russian leaders meet to talk peace in Ukraine 
- UN releases dire climate report 
- Rupert Murdoch to be married for the fifth time 

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Pill-testing gets the green light... in Queensland

Scientists in the US have been working on developing a male contraceptive pill and new research means we could be a step closer to having it available for use. After testing it on mice, the pill has been shown to switch off the enzyme that the sperm needs to reach the egg. There is still a way to go before it is available for men, but is this something they want to use and would women trust men to take it? 

In this episode, we speak to Lonny Levin and Jochen Buck from Weill Cornell’s graduate school of medical science, about how they’re helping develop this pill.

Headlines:

- Victoria considering banning Nazi salute
- Navy ramps up recruitment drive
- Trump calls on supporters to protest
- Putin defiant after International Criminal Court issues arrest warrant
- UBS in emergency talks to buy Credit Suisse



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Are we a step closer to having a male contraceptive pill?

Comedian Nikki Britton wanted to be a Shakespearean actor before somebody said her over-the-top expressions were too much for serious theater.

So she transferred her talents first to children’s entertainment, working at Disneyland in LA and spending 12 years as Captain Starlight in children’s hospitals.

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Nikki explains how she found stand up, how acting played a part in the process and her new haircut.

Tickets for her new show Getting Out In Front Of It at here

Big birthday haircuts with Nikki Britton

It’s been all over the news: we’re buying nuclear submarines. The subs are set to be world-leading with Australia becoming only the seventh country in the world to have them, but we won’t get them for at least a decade– and they are coming at an astronomical price: $368 billion.

In this episode, we speak to Australian Strategic Policy Institute Director and defence expert Bec Shrimpton, to find out why buying these submarines is so important.

Headlines:

- Global investment bank bailed out 
- Latrell Mitchell’s racial abuser issued warning 
- Lehrmann says he lied about having defamation lawyer
- TikTok owners told to sell or risk US ban

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AUKUS: Is this nuclear sub deal worth it?

Silicon Valley Bank collapsed last week, after being forced to cash in assets due to a slowing tech sector. The bank specialised in lending to early-stage businesses, and the company served nearly half of US venture-backed technology and healthcare companies that listed on stock markets last year. Three days later Signature Bank, a New York crypto-focused institution also fell.

In this episode, we speak to William Chittenden, an associate professor of finance and economics at the Texas State University, to find out why the banks went under, who’s affected, and what happens now. 

Headlines:

- Paul Keating slams AUKUS deal 
- NRL introduces concussion rules 
- 2 in 5 Australian adults have experienced violence 
- Drug use down 10% 

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“Could it happen here?”: Inside America’s bank collapse

Journalist Elfy Scott grew up in a household where her mother's schizophrenia was rarely spoken about. For many years, this complex mental health condition was treated as an open secret, until she was told about her mother’s condition by a school counsellor. Her book ‘The One Thing We’ve Never Spoken About’ explores why schizophrenia is still such a taboo topic.

In this episode of the Briefing, we discuss why complex conditions like schizophrenia have been left behind while more common conditions like anxiety and depression are now more widely spoken about.

Headlines:

- Concern over cost of AUKUS subs
- Players launch class action against AFL
- La Niña ends
- US inflation eases
- New study could speed up endometriosis diagnosis

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We can talk about depression and anxiety, but why not schizophrenia?

Founded by two Aussies, F45 was launched on the New York Stock Exchange back in 2021 and was immediately valued at $2 billion with endorsees among the biggest names in sport and entertainment. Less than two years later, it is a vastly different story.  At least five F45 gyms across Victoria, Queensland and South Australia - which are individually owned but franchise operated - have entered liquidation in the past six months. So why has the shine gone off F45?  And what does the future hold for what was once, one of the fastest-growing gym franchises in the world?

In today’s Briefing, we speak to Daniel Bova, who ran F45 gyms for 8 years, about the rise and fall of the Australian franchisor.

Headlines:

- “New dawn” in Australian defence announced 
- Biden reassures US banking sector 
- Latrell Mitchell speaks out about racial abuse saga 
- Enid Blyton’s books to be updated 
- Everything Everywhere All At Once sweeps the Oscars 

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The rise and fall of F45

Thousands of schoolgirls have been poisoned across Iran. The attacks have been described by some observers as part of an extremist response – perhaps with tacit state endorsement – to the protests led by women and girls that have rocked Iran since the death of Mahsa Amini in September.  Human Rights groups say the total number of victims is more than 7,000.  So why are schoolgirls being poisoned in Iran?

In this episode, we speak to Nos Hosseini - Secretary and Spokesperson at Iranian Women's Association to find out, what role, if any, the Iranian government is playing in the attacks.



Headlines:

- Historic AUKUS meeting to go ahead
- Hillsong hits back after fraud allegations
- Teen says Mitchell slur not ‘racially motivated’
- US: Second biggest bank collapse ever 
- Aussie-made Elvis nominated for 8 Oscars



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Why are schoolgirls being poisoned in Iran?

Linda Marigliano is an Australian radio announcer and musician, turned podcaster and storyteller. 

She’ll likely have kept you company during the afternoon on Triple J back in the 2010s or in lockdown with her poignant, honest podcast Tough Love.

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Linda reflects on how her sense of career changed when she couldn’t control the next step whilst also being in a long distance relationship. 

Find Linda’s podcast Tough Love here

All About Women event here

Linda Marigliano knows tough love

As interest rates rise for a tenth consecutive time, we have a cautionary tale about Cherish Kuehlmann. One night last month the student was woken up by officers who ‘barged into the house’ and took her to a police station, where she was charged with a trespass offense. Her crime? Protesting the Reserve Bank.

In this episode, Cherish tells us how she was put in a cell for protesting the cost of housing, bank profits and the Reserve Bank’s monetary policy.

Headlines:

- Australia is buying up to five nuclear submarines
- Hillsong has been accused of money laundering and tax evasion
- Trial of Jewish school principal Malka Leifer closes 
- Alice Springs sees drop in crime

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“Disbelief and shock”: arrested for protesting interest rates

In Gen F'd? economist Alison Pennington writes about how the most educated generation in Australian history looks set to be the first generation worse off than their parents.

Millions of young people are struggling to secure full-time work and own homes. The book gives young people the tools needed to help create change and opportunities.

Headlines:

- Ten and Newscorp file Lehrmann defamation defence 
- Murdoch admits Fox may have gone “too far” 
- Thorpe cleared of contempt of parliament 
- Albo touches down in India 
- RBA hints rates could pause



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Are you part of Generation F’d?

South Korea has the lowest fertility rate in the world and last month it broke its own record. The average number of expected babies per South Korean woman fell to 0.78 in 2022 down from 0.81 a year earlier. This makes South Korea the only country in the world with a fertility rate below one, which means more people are dying than being born.

In this episode, we speak to professor in policy studies Ruth Phillips to find out why it's happening and if it could ever happen here.

Headlines:

- RBA rate hike will still “sting”
- Preliminary report into Gold coast helicopter crash released
- Supermarkets to pilot a new soft plastics recycling program
- Grace Tame’s abuser pleads not guilty to harassing her on Twitter
- Britain introduces new law to “stop the boats” 
- Statues of our first female parliamentarians to be unveiled



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South Korea: why is the country shrinking?

Australia's largest soft plastics recycling scheme REDcycle collapsed last November and last week the scheme was declared insolvent by the Supreme court. Soft plastics collected from supermarkets were sent to warehouses where they’ve been stockpiled for months, leaving consumers disappointed and pushing Australia even further from its national packaging target. So, how far are we from that 2025 goal?

In this episode, we speak to Jeff Angel, Director of the Total Environment Centre and Boomerang Alliance, about the collapse of REDcycle.

Headlines:

- Turnbull gives evidence at robodebt inquiry 
- Perth mint accused of diluting gold 
- Protests in Aldi over transport workers’ wages 
- Reserve Bank to hike rates again 
- Toblerone to change logo



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The epic fail of our soft plastics recycling system

March 8 is International Women's Day. 

We asked the women (and a couple of men) behind your favourite LiSTNR podcasts and radio shows to share about a time they’ve #EmbracedEquity and challenged gender stereotypes, called out discrimination, drawn attention to bias and sought out inclusion. 

Hear from Carrie Bickmore, Jess Rowe, Sarah Maree Cameron,  Fifi Box, Turia Pitt, Natarsha Belling, Jamila Rizvi, Steph Claire Smith & Laura Henshaw, Erin Molan, Lem Zakharia, Loren Barry and Kymba Cahill along with Tommy Little, Brendan Fevola and Nick Cody. 

Check out https://www.internationalwomensday.com/ for more information. 

Special International Women's Day ep with your fave LiSTNR hosts

Three years into the pandemic there are still people who (as far as they know) have never contracted or tested positive for Covid. They’re called ‘novids’ and right now there’s an international, first-of-its-kind study underway into why these people have dodged the rona. Is there a genetic basis for this or are they just lucky?

In this episode, we speak to our social media producer Sarah Bol, who has never caught covid and Adrian Esterman Chair of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the University of South Australia.



Headlines:

- Aussies back Super changes 
- Trump’s support diminished at conservative event 
- World Pride wraps up
- NRL: Dream start for new the Dolphins
- Chris Rock hits back at Will Smith in comedy special



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"Maybe I'm superhuman": Why some people still haven’t had Covid

Dilruk Jayasinha is one of Australia’s most in-demand comedians. His new stand up show is called Heart Stopper, named as such because in Hindi, Dil means heart and Ruk means stop.

But the show’s title has since become especially apt because last year, at the age of just 37, one of the critical arteries in Dilruk’s heart gave out and he suffered a heart attack. As he says himself, spoiler alert, Dilruk has survived.

In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Dilruk explains how he made the switch from working as an accountant at a big four to becoming a stand up comedian.

Dilruk Jayasinha was never going to be an accountant

Facebook and Instagram users can now pay for their blue verified tick. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced last week what’s called the Meta Verification subscription bundle.  It will enable users to increase their security and reach. The new subscription model is only available in Australia and New Zealand and Meta will monitor the take-up and popularity of the new model before rolling it out worldwide. Some people are saying social media is no longer free.

In this episode of The Briefing, we’re joined by CNET’s Clare Riley, who gives us her take on what this means for the future of these social platforms.

Headlines:

- Former minister takes responsibility for robodebt
- Death toll from Greek rail crash rises
- Sticky Fingers dropped from Bluesfest
- Aboriginal spears to be returned to Botany Bay

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Would you pay $20 a month for Facebook and Instagram verification?

Renters across Australia are being ripped off - having to pay for so-called background checks to help them secure a property. The step is causing havoc and heartache in a sector already in crisis. 

Last year, journalist Bension Siebert investigated real estate agents across the country using rental application platforms that pressure renters to pay for their own background checks. Bension, now a member of LiSTNR’s investigative journalism team, has the exclusive story that the South Australian Government is moving to outlaw the practice.

In this episode, we hear how an investigation by one of our team members has led to a big win for renters.



Headlines:

- Inflation may have peaked
- FBI backs Covid lab leak theory
- Wilkinson to prove Lehrmann raped Higgins in defence to lawsuit
- Greta Thunberg detained again
- Bieber cancels Australian tour

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The rental platform rip-off that could be outlawed

Kathleen Folbigg has been in prison for nearly 20 years, charged with murdering 3 of her children and one charge of manslaughter. While she’s been behind bars, genetics research has made exponential leaps. New evidence uncovered by two Danish researchers could prove critical to her case.

In this bonus episode courtesy of the Science Briefing, Dr Sophie Calabretto talks to Cosmos Magazine journalist Matthew Agius about this game-changing science that could rewrite the Folbigg story.

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BONUS: The science behind the Kathleen Folbigg inquiry

Kathleen Folbigg is serving a minimum 25-year prison sentence after being convicted in 2003 of the murder of her three children, Patrick, Sarah, and Laura, and the manslaughter of her first child, Caleb. Each died suddenly between 1989 and 1999, aged between 19 days and 18 months. Her supporters say there's no pathological or medical basis to conclude homicide in any of the Folbigg children's deaths.

In this episode, we speak to Kathleen’s childhood friend, Tracy Chapman, who talks to her every day from the phone in prison. Tracey’s letters with Kathleen were also key evidence in the inquiry. 

Headlines:

- Toyah Cordingley’s alleged killer extradited
- More taxes for rich super balances
- Robodebt: Inquiry hears minister ignored legal advice

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Could a new inquiry finally  prove Kathleen Folbigg’s innocence?

Conversion therapy is banned in Qld, Victoria and the ACT, but it’s still legal in NSW. It's in the process of being banned in WA, but still looks to be legal in the NT and SA too.

In NSW, Independent MP Alex Greenwich plans to introduce an omnibus Equality Bill including a ban on conversion practices. In this two-part special we find out the impact conversions therapy can have on individuals and why legislation is so patchy across the country.



Headlines:

- AFL players in multi-million dollar class action 
- Covid lab leak theory gains traction
- New stats show corporate profits behind inflation
- Splendour in the Grass organisers apologise



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Gay Conversion Therapy Part 2: Where are we now?

Conversion therapy is banned in Qld, Victoria and the ACT, but it’s still legal in NSW. It's in the process of being banned in WA, but still looks to be legal in the NT and SA too. In NSW, Independent MP Alex Greenwich plans to introduce an omnibus Equality Bill including a ban on conversion practices. In this two-part special we find out the impact conversions therapy can have on individuals and why legislation is so patchy across the country.

In this episode, we hear from Kim Kemmis - a man who trained to be a Christian minister before going through conversion therapy.



Headlines:

- Australian professor released in Papua New Guinea
- PM marches in Mardi Gras for first time
- Queensland to roll out pill testing
- Roald Dahl original books to be kept in print after backlash
- Aussie women win T20 World Cup in South Africa



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Gay Conversion Therapy Part 1: “I convinced myself I could ignore it.”

Why are all the good songs written for people in their twenties? Why is it, as we get older and have partners, and children, pets and parents-in-law, mortgages and muscle aches, that music stops being written about our experiences?

Claire Tonti is trying to change that. She’s a teacher turned podcaster turned musician and she’s just released her debut album Matrescence. 

Eleven original tracks, stripped back acoustic folk, Claire sings about everything from birth trauma to what it means to be a woman, loss of identity and independence and the transition to motherhood. 



In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Claire Tonti talks about taking risks, changing careers in mid-life and making music for the person you once were. 



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See: Rocky Horror the Musical at Theatre Royal

Watch:Not Dead Yet on Disney+

Visit: Feared and Revered at the National Museum of Australia  

Eat:Pialligo Estate Winery: Farm To Table Dining

Claire Tonti is a teacher turned podcaster turned musician.

Later this year we'll be voting in a referendum on the Voice, but how did it come about?

In this bonus episode we go into the history of the Voice: the Uluru Statement from the Heart. The Uluru Statement originally called for an Aboriginal voice to parliament. It came from a convention bringing together over 250 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders at the foot of Uluru.

We speak with Thomas Mayor who wasone of the 250 signatories.  He’s written a book, Finding the Heart of the Nation, on his 18-month journey taking the statement all across Australia.

The Voice BONUS: What is the Uluru Statement?

Footage from last month’s Invasion Day rallies around Australia featured speakers urging those gathered to vote ‘No’ in the promised Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum expected later this year. Most Australians would think the vast majority of First Nations people would support a ‘Yes’ vote – but that’s not necessarily the case.  

In this two-part special, we speak to advocates from both sides of the debate so we can better understand what’s at stake when we eventually get our chance to vote in the referendum.

In this episode, we hear from Bridget Cama, who is Co-Chair of the Uluru Youth Dialogue, a law graduate and Wiradjuri and Pasifika Fijian woman. She tells us why she’s supporting the voice.



Headlines:
- One year on: Ukraine war
- Sydney cold case finally closed
- Russians behind Medibank hack
- The Voice ‘Yes’ campaign launches





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The Voice Part 2: The case for voting 'yes'

Footage from last month’s Invasion Day rallies around Australia featured speakers urging those gathered to vote ‘No’ in the promised Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum expected later this year. Most Australians would think the vast majority of First Nations people would support a ‘Yes’ vote – but that’s not necessarily the case.  

In this two-part special, we speak to advocates from both sides of the debate so we can better understand what’s at stake when we eventually get our chance to vote in the referendum. In this episode, we hear from a proud Bundjalung woman and human rights advocate, Vanessa Turnbull Roberts, about why she’s opposing the voice.

Headlines:

- Biggest fall in real wages on record
- Tech companies issued please explain over child abuse
- Sampa The Great pulls out of Bluesfest
- ‘Yes’ campaign for the Voice kicks off



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The Voice Part 1: Understanding Indigenous opposition

Pokies are responsible for more than half of Australia’s serious gambling harm, with NSW alone holding 35% of the world's pokie machines. Now, the NSW LNP government is pledging major reform ahead of the state’s May election. 

In this episode, we speak to Drew Rooke - author of One Last Spin and ask how pokies took hold of Australia and why now is the time for reform.

Headlines:

- Putin pulls out of nuclear treaty
- Baby pulled from rubble in Turkiye adopted
- Albo dips in latest opinion poll
- Australia joins pushback against Russian athletes
- Bluesfest defends controversial line up

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Pokies: how did they get such a hold on us?

Have you ever wondered why some people instantly click and others don’t? Dr Ali Walker is an Australian human connection scientist who's just written a book called Click or Clash. It covers why you bond easily with some people but have friction with others. It also looks at how we make friends and fall in love; the four types of belonging (and how to achieve them); the three types of loneliness (and how to avoid them); and how to communicate in true alignment with who you are.  

In this episode, we explore why some of us click and some of us don’t with Dr Ali Walker.

Headlines:

- Biden visits Ukraine
- New quake in Turkey
- Unions push to ban stone with silica
- Professor kidnapped in Papua New Guinea
- Meta to roll out paid blue ticks

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Click or Clash Part 2: Why we're drawn to toxic relationships

Have you ever wondered why some people instantly click and others don’t? Dr Ali Walker is an Australian human connection scientist who's just written a book called Click or Clash. It covers why you bond easily with some people but have friction with others. It also looks at how we make friends and fall in love; the four types of belonging (and how to achieve them); the three types of loneliness (and how to avoid them); and how to communicate in true alignment with who you are.  

In this episode, we explore why some of us click and some of us don’t with Dr Ali Walker.



Headlines:

- Thousands still missing in NZ following cyclone
- Australia loses second India test
- Roald Dahl books edited to take out ‘fat’ and ‘ugly’



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Click or Clash Part 1: Why we click with some people and not others

Aaron Fa’Aoso is a film producer, director, screenwriter and actor, who also in his first career played professional rugby for the Canterbury Bulldogs.



Life for Aaron has been… so far, so good. His newly released autobiography is titled exactly that, and makes Aaron the first Torres Strait Islander to ever release a commercially published memoir.



In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Aaron touches on his triumphs and darkest days, what he’s learned and what he wants the next generation of young First Nations men to know.



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Aaron Fa’Aoso’s life has been so far, so good

The rise of online scammers has seen many Aussies losing their life savings with little to no hope of being reimbursed by their bank. In Australia, it’s estimated only 13% of scams are recorded, due to either embarrassment or the lack of confidence the victim will be reimbursed. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and the Consumer Action Law Centre are calling for Australia to adopt a similar approach on banking scams as in the UK. CommBank recently announced NameCheck technology which will launch in late March and will check the account details match up on all transactions, helping reduce scams and fraud. 

In this episode, we speak to Professor Steve Worthington from Swinburne Uni about how we can protect ourselves from scammers.



Headlines:

- Last year’s fatal police shooting in Queensland labeled a religiously motivated terrorist attack.

- Tragic end to North Queensland zinc mine search

- Aussie disaster experts sent to help New Zealand

- The unemployment rate is up



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Scams: Should Australian banks be reimbursing victims?

In the lead-up to International Women’s Day, we investigate the concept that women have to somehow ‘have it all.’ It comes as a recent article in a News Corp paper suggested a string of high profile women’s marriages broke down because they ‘dared to have it all.’ The BBC also questioned New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s ability to ‘have it all.' Antoinette wrote an op-ed in the Herald to suggest this is unfair and problematic. 

In this episode, we speak to Annabel Crabb, writer and television host, about this 'having it all' mantra; what it means, who defines it and how it is used around successful women.



Headlines:

- Captain of Thai rescue football team dies
- RBA governor defends rate hikes
- Search and rescue operation underway for two miners 
- Man arrested after cocaine haul discovery



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Who said women “want it all?”

This is our second episode focusing on adult ADHD. Two weeks ago we spoke with Bridget Pringle, a Melbourne based advertising professional and mother of two who was diagnosed about two years ago.  Bridget told us about what it was like living with ADHD – and how it answered lots of unanswered questions for her. 

In today’s Briefing, we’re joined by Mark Bellgrove, the President of the Australian ADHD Professionals Association to find out what you should do if you think YOU may have adult ADHD. 

Unfortunately it’s not as straightforward as it should be to get the diagnosis and treatment for adult ADHD.  In this episode of the Briefing what do you if you have adult ADHD?

Headlines:

- Olympian Peter Bol cleared to run 
- NT Alcohol bans to be reinstated this week
- Trump’s first challenger launches presidential bid
- New Zealand declares state of emergency
- Three men wanted after cocaine haul

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So you think you have adult ADHD: what now?

Edelman’s annual Trust Barometer has revealed that the government and the media are among the least trusted by Australians. Whereas trust in business to take on social and structural issues, like climate change, is greater.  

We’re joined by Tom Robinson, the Australian CEO of Edelman; and Zara Seidler is Co-Founder of leading youth news service The Daily Aus. 

So in today's Briefing, why are Australians distrusting of government and the media – but more trusting of business – and why Gen Z is even more distrusting than Millennials. 

Headlines:

- Dutton says sorry for boycotting 'apology'

- 7 month old rescued in Turkey

- Brain surgeon Charlie Teo faces hearing

- A tough day for the Aussies playing in the Super Bowl!



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Aussies: Who we do and don’t trust

Australia has the highest skin cancer rates in the world - with one person here diagnosed with melanoma every 30 minutes. Last year alone, 17,000 people were diagnosed. Social media is adding to the problem with ‘suntanning’ now trending on TikTok and Instagram. So, how do we drive down the numbers when so many people are obsessed with tanning?

In this episode, we’re joined by Samantha Brett, who has created her own range of sun protection products to encourage Australians to protect themselves as part of their everyday routine. We also speak to Melissa Mason who is lobbying for the federal government to BAN sun tanning products.



Headlines:

- Refugees stuck in limbo finally get answers
- Blame game in Turkiye as death toll rises
- Wholesale energy prices lower than predicted
- Two more UFOs shot down over North America
- Two Aussies to play in the Super Bowl



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Why Australians need to get serious about sun protection again

Jeanette Francis, better known as Jan Fran, is one of our brilliant hosts of The Briefing podcast. Jan recently returned to the show after having her beautiful baby boy.



Jan Fran is a Lebanese-Australian journalist, presenter and is ridiculously accomplished. She has won a Walkley award, worked as a foreign correspondent and is well known as a television presenter and content creator. 


In this episode Jamila Rizvi and Jan Fran delve into everything from her childhood,  motherhood and multiculturalism in this country. 



THE WEEKEND LIST

WATCH: Pamela, A Love Story – Netflix  

DO: Follow Molly Baz on Instagram  

WATCH: Triviaverse - Netflix

WATCH: Mary Poppins Musical   



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Jan Fran questions everything (and so should you).

Last week a massive white balloon drifted across U.S. airspace before being shot down by the Air Force. But where did it come from? The US believes China was spying on its military camps with the 200ft balloon which contained sensors and surveillance equipment inside. The incident has sparked diplomatic tensions, China said the US overreacted by bringing the balloon down and the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has cancelled his trip to China. So, what exactly was the balloon doing there and is this something that happens often?   

In this episode, we speak to Jennifer Hsu, Research Fellow at the Lowy Institute, to find out more about the balloon and tensions between the US and China. 

Headlines:

- Turkiye faces second disaster
- Tudge resignation triggers by-election
- Calls for Communications Minister to resign
- Composer Burt Bacharach dies

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It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a ... Chinese spy balloon?

Rural regions in Australia are facing major maternity shortages as services in rural hospitals are forced to close. Pregnant women are travelling for hours to get care – some fearing they may have to give birth on the side of the road. The problem is adding more pressure to Australia’s maternity crisis which has been ongoing for years. 

In this episode, we speak to Sophie Walker - the founder of the Australian Birth Stories Podcast, who tells us more about the country’s maternity crisis. 

Headlines:

- Turkiye death toll passes 11,000
- MH-17 investigation suspended
- Albo agrees to a Voice pamphlet
- Warne’s will revealed

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Birth Part 3: Australia’s maternity crisis

The first baby born through IVF was in 1978 and since then the treatment has dramatically changed how the family unit can look. It has also given same sex couples more options when it comes to creating a family as well as solo parents, challenging the image of a nuclear family. Technology surrounding IVF is continuing to advance but there are still many common misconceptions and questions surrounding the process - from costs to how long it takes.  

In this episode, entrepreneur and author Lisa Messenger shares her personal IVF experience. We also hear from fertility specialist Dr Manuela Toledo. 



Headlines:

- RBA warns more rate hikes on the way
- Turkey declares state of emergency
- Another covid booster approved 
- Bruce Lehrmann has lodged two defamation cases
- Optus scammer avoids jail time



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Birth Part 2: Is IVF the answer?

Women across Australia are continuing to choose to become solo mothers by choice, using assisted fertilization (IVF, donor) because of factors like age and social infertility.  

We’re joined by solo mothers, Aoife Cooke and Liz Cashen who take us through their fertility journey. 

The decision to start the journey as a solo mother can be a daunting step but with online communities and support groups the process doesn't have to be as lonely.

Headlines:

- Earthquake kills thousands in Turkey and Syria 
- Greens declare support for Voice to Parliament 
- Alcohol bans reinstated in central Australia
- Interest rates to rise 
- Beyonce becomes most Grammy awarded artist ever

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Birth Part 1: The rise of solo mothers by choice

Safety on dating apps has been at the centre of a government roundtable as the number of domestic violence cases across Australia continues to rise.  



App companies, domestic abuse survivors and police were all at the summit which was called a few weeks after a NSW woman was allegedly killed by a man she met on a dating app. So, how do we really know who we’re speaking to behind the screen? 



In this episode, we speak to e-Safety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant on how we can make dating apps safer.  



Headlines:
US shoots down giant Chinese ‘spy’ balloon
Australia to prescribe psychedelics as medication
A teenage girl has died after a shark attack
The woman who took Prince Harry’s virginity has spoken out
Grammy Awards taking place in LA today

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Swipe right: making dating apps safer

Alex Dyson is an Australian radio and podcast presenter, author, business owner and former political candidate. He currently hosts the podcast ‘Matt & Alex All Day Breakfast’ alongside Matt Okine. 



In this conversation, Jamila Rizvi and Alex Dyson delve into experiencing fame at a young age, the impact of loss and the legacy he wants to leave behind. 



You can check out the podcast Matt & Alex All Day Breakfast here. 



Alex Dyson's books: When It Dropshere, and Eric The Awkward Orc here. 



Find tickets to stand up comedy in Melbourne at Comedy Republic here. 



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WATCH: You People – Netflix  

LISTEN: Nature or Nurture with Sam Petersen – Podcast  

WATCH: Babylon – Local cinemas

BUY: Eupheme   



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Alex Dyson eats politics for breakfast

So, Briefing co-host Jan Fran is back after more than six months away from the microphone. 



In this episode, Tom interviews Jan about what’s she’s been up to over the last six months – and what big news stories have been on her radar 



In today’s Briefing, we welcome back Jan Fran 

Headlines:
Clashes outside George Pell’s funeral
Hand sanitiser banned in some Alice Springs pharmacies
King Charles won’t be on Aussie $5 dollar note

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Jan Fran is back!!

There has been a rise of well-known Aussies, particularly females, announcing that they have been diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Due to this rise there have been many conversations on social media about why this is happening, with many saying it’s just being over diagnosed or turning into a trend. 



We’re joined by Bridget Pringle - a freelance writer, mother of two and advertising professional from Melbourne who learned she had ADHD via a TikTok algorithm.  



So what’s it like living with adult ADHD, and what treatment or medication is available to make life easier for those who have learned they have ADHD, later in life. 



Headlines:
Protest going ahead outside George Pell’s funeral
Robo-debt royal commission
Radioactive capsule found in WA outback
Two people taken to hospital after QantasLink flight turbulence
Green comet buzzes Earth



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A powerful description of what it’s like living with adult ADHD

Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi…some of the leaders radically reshaping today's world. Who are they and what drives them?



We’re joined by the Project’s Hamish Macdonald whose new ABC podcast delves into the lives and motives of eight leaders. From autocratic strongmen to democratic internationalists, from left to right to far right, Take Me To Your Leader! examines the cultural, historical, geographical and personal origins underpinning the ambitions of the people on the world stage.



The second ep is out today….



Headlines:
Paid domestic violence leave across Australia
The boss of NSW clubs industry body has been sacked
Aussie Trade Minister to meet Chinese counterpart
New Aussie airline – Bonza - has taken off 
Protests planned for Cardinal Geroge Pell’s funeral

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Hamish Macdonald: Take Me To Your Leader

Three hundred and thirty-nine people lost their lives to drowning last year while a further 686 experienced a non-fatal drowning incident. Between December 1 and January 9 alone, 35 people drowned across Australia. It's a combination of a number of factors that create these scenarios.

We’re joined by Dr Amy Peden - A research fellow at the School of Population Health, UNSW, a leader in drowning prevention research and advocacy, to find out what you can do to save someone whilst keeping yourself safe as well. In this episode of the Briefing, Australia’s drowning crisis.



Headlines:
Over 40 people dead after Pakistan suicide bombing
Opposing politicians launch No campaign against the Voice
Rental crisis set to get worse after new Chinese studying laws
Boris Johnson claims Vladimir Putin threatened him
Bill Gates ABC interview

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Drowning tragedy: How to save a life, without losing your own

Ozempic is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity but social media influencers have now turned it into the most popular weight loss drug. Promotion of the drug has led to a shortage of supply with Australia's drugs regulator now investigating the matter. However, other issues have contributed to the lack of supply and influencers have promoted weight loss supplements for years. So why is TGA looking into the particular promotion of Ozempic?



In this episode we speak to public health advisor on nutrition, Professor Tim Gill, to find out what’s different about the promotion of this specific drug.



Headlines:
Djokovic wins 10th Australian Open title
Four dead in NZ floods
Missing radioactive capsule in WA
Good news for the Aussie tv and film industry. 

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The Tiktok trending weight loss drug

Chloe Fisher married her now-husband, Grammy-nominated DJ Fisher, in 2020. It was on their wedding night that Chloe fell pregnant for the first time. She would miscarry shortly after.


It was from that point that Chloe, also a model, instagram influencer and entrepreneur, decided to use her platform to give voice to people who have lost pregnancies. 

Along with her friend and co-host Ellidy Pullin, they’ve created a community of listeners who support one another through their fertility journeys.

Only 31-years-old, Chloe has now been through seven full rounds of IVF. She is determined, one way or another, to become a parent.



You can check out more from Darling, Shine! here.



For miscarriage, stillbirth and newborn death support head to https://www.sands.org.au/

or call 1300 308 307 for 24/7 phone support. 



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Chloe Fisher's persistent pursuit of motherhood.

Australia’s beer culture is almost embedded in Aussies from childhood, whether one of your parents is asking you to grab them a beer from the fridge or pass their stubby holder, having a cold one in hand is a standard practice. But over the last couple of years the rise of non-alcoholic or low alcohol drinks have boomed, with companies like Heaps Normal leading the way. 

In this episode of the Briefing, we’re joined by Andy Miller, co-founder and CEO of Heaps Normal.  His company only began in 2020 - and now  has now catapulted into a $57.5 million business. 

Today’s episode is all about how mindful drinking has exploded in Australia.



Headlines:

- Thousands march in Australia Day rallies
- New Australian of the Year speaks out about men's body image issues
- Body of missing Gold Coast Woman found
- US commits to sending tanks to Ukraine
- Aussies make it to men's doubles Aus Open final



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Mindful Drinking: The success of Heaps Normal

Australians across the country will “celebrate” Australia Day today, January 26.  Many believe it ought to be scrapped as a day of celebration out of respect for Indigenous Australians who consider the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788 as an invasion - a colonisation of First Nations.  



Teela Reid, indigenous lawyer and practitioner in residence at Sydney University Law School.  In this long-form episode of the Briefing, Tom and Antoinette explore what the day means to Indigenous Australians.



What needs to happen for Australia to move forward together.

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