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News Club

The place to go for conversations about the news. Each Saturday, Claire Kimball and Kate Watson present the Weekly Wrap - the week in news and what's coming up. Super handy if you're busy and want a recap of the week that was, a way to get ahead of next week and some helpful news recommendations on your way through... Then there's our limited interview series, in which Kate sits down with journalists and experts to help give you an understanding of the news behind the headlines. The Squiz is a proudly independent media business that values quality news. If you want to support us, it can be as simple as telling a mate about our podcasts and newsletters. Agenda-free as always. We're your shortcut to be informed.

  1. Weekly Wrap: Natural disasters, mysterious drones and Christmas gifts

    20/12/2024

    Weekly Wrap: Natural disasters, mysterious drones and Christmas gifts

    This week: It’s Christmas so Claire and Kate exchange gifts plus we talk natural disasters, drones, an assassination in Russia and give our news predictions for the year ahead. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links https://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/athletes-deserve-to-feel-safe-and-supported-olympi[…]ure-of-abuse/news-story/1458601af95b04cad7b892a8db29d7f2 Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better—spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista.

    36 min
  2. From the producer: “It’s the biggest reality TV show in the world”: former US Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos on a second Trump administration

    17/12/2024

    From the producer: “It’s the biggest reality TV show in the world”: former US Ambassador Arthur Sinodinos on a second Trump administration

    Arthur Sinodinos was US Ambassador for a time under the first Trump Presidency. He shares with us why he thinks the American people voted for him again and what he expects from a second Trump administration.  Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better—spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista.

    47 min
  3. Weekly Wrap: The Murdoch succession saga, nuclear numbers, and who is Luigi Mangione?

    13/12/2024

    Weekly Wrap: The Murdoch succession saga, nuclear numbers, and who is Luigi Mangione?

    This week: A rise in attacks on Jewish communities and Rupert Murdoch loses family trust battle. Plus, the Coalition releases the cost of thier nuclear power plan, and the manhunt for the UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooter ends.  Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links This hat from Canopy Bay Australian Gospel by Lech Blaine Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better—spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista.

    33 min
  4. From the producer: Newsmakers with Leigh Sales

    10/12/2024

    From the producer: Newsmakers with Leigh Sales

    When Leigh Sales, one of our earliest supporters, said yes to joining us on Newsmakers—it was a big moment for us. With so much to ask, we dive into everything from her time as a foreign correspondent and anchoring 7.30 to her writing on journalism, research into grief and fear, and her thoughts on news fatigue. Plus, we chat about her side hustle, Chat 10 Looks 3, which has grown into a community of tens of thousands. Leigh shares her interview approach, dream guests, and even a few celebrity stories. Whether you’re into news, journalism, or just curious, there’s something here for everyone. You can watch The Assembly on ABC iview

    48 min
  5. Weekly wrap: Syrian rebels take on Assad, Joe Biden pardons his son, and the end of an era

    06/12/2024

    Weekly wrap: Syrian rebels take on Assad, Joe Biden pardons his son, and the end of an era

    This week on Weekly Wrap, we discuss the Syrian rebels take on Assad, Joe Biden pardon of his son, and the end of an era... Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better—spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista.

    35 min
  6. From the producer: Bernie Shakeshaft on more kids, more towns, more empathy

    03/12/2024

    From the producer: Bernie Shakeshaft on more kids, more towns, more empathy

    With all the news of late about youth crime, gendered violence, and incarceration rates, we have found ourselves asking - I wonder what Bernie thinks? Bernie Shakeshaft is the 2020 Australian Local Hero of the Year recipient and the founder of Backtrack. It's a community-led organisation for young people who are having a tough time. In this chat, he delves into what helping those kids who need it most means and why it makes a big difference. Club Picks: This piece on the ABC looks at the data around youth offender rates and the various solutions being offered.  This Moree report, written by Adam Harvey in March, paints a picture of what it is like to live with the issue of youth crime on your doorstep. We interviewed Adam Harvey previously on News Club about reporting on conflict zones. This is the documentary made in 2018 about BackTrack and a recent update to it. You can also watch the trailer here. This is Bernie featured in the AFR’s Philanthropy edition. If you don’t have time for the doco or our News Club interview, this is an easy way to get across what he has built/is building.   Find out more about BackTrack here Host: Kate Watson Producer: Annelise Taylor

    31 min
  7. Weekly Wrap: What to know about the social media ban, ceasefire in the Middle East, and a swimming GOAT retires

    29/11/2024

    Weekly Wrap: What to know about the social media ban, ceasefire in the Middle East, and a swimming GOAT retires

    Cricket’s in the spotlight, a big week for federal parliament, including a world-first social media ban for under-16s, and a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. Plus, a major report on domestic violence out of the NT you might’ve missed, and a swimming legend says goodbye. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links Our AFLW shortcut I'm with kids travel kit Bad Sisters on Apple TV Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better—spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista.

    30 min
  8. "In some ways I feel guilty": Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer has incurable brain cancer

    26/11/2024

    "In some ways I feel guilty": Australian of the Year Richard Scolyer has incurable brain cancer

    Richard Scolyer is our 2024 joint Australian of the Year and Medical Director of the Melanoma Institute of Australia, alongside his colleague and friend Professor Georgina Long. Less than a decade ago, advanced melanoma was fatal. Thanks to their work in immunotherapy, it’s now curable. But in June 2023, Richard was diagnosed with incurable grade four brain cancer, with an average survival of 14 months. It’s now been 18 months since his diagnosis. Why is he still here? No one knows. It could be luck, or it could be the world's first experimental treatment he undertook. Richard's book, Brainstorm, is out now. Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us a 5-star review, or even better—spread the word about News Club with your friends, family, colleagues... even your barista.

    37 min
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The place to go for conversations about the news. Each Saturday, Claire Kimball and Kate Watson present the Weekly Wrap - the week in news and what's coming up. Super handy if you're busy and want a recap of the week that was, a way to get ahead of next week and some helpful news recommendations on your way through... Then there's our limited interview series, in which Kate sits down with journalists and experts to help give you an understanding of the news behind the headlines. The Squiz is a proudly independent media business that values quality news. If you want to support us, it can be as simple as telling a mate about our podcasts and newsletters. Agenda-free as always. We're your shortcut to be informed.

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