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An Australian news podcast that'll get you across the main Australian news and international news stories of the day. It's like your smart friend taking you through it, always with a quirky/good news story or two as well. Opinion-free, agenda-free news, with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. You'll be across the news in under 10 mins, perfect for your morning routine.
Get across the news on your commute, at the gym, or over your morning coffee - out each weekday at 6am, The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.
Top tip - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.

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    • 4.8 • 1.5K Ratings

An Australian news podcast that'll get you across the main Australian news and international news stories of the day. It's like your smart friend taking you through it, always with a quirky/good news story or two as well. Opinion-free, agenda-free news, with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. You'll be across the news in under 10 mins, perfect for your morning routine.
Get across the news on your commute, at the gym, or over your morning coffee - out each weekday at 6am, The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed.
Top tip - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.

    It's a cost of living Budget; A major murder case twist; A whistleblower is jailed; And a four-legged face off...

    It's a cost of living Budget; A major murder case twist; A whistleblower is jailed; And a four-legged face off...

    Wednesday, 15 May: It's a cost of living Budget; A major murder case twist; A whistleblower is jailed; And a four-legged face-off... 
    The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).
    #Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super, visit aware.com.au
    You can listen to Claire's News Club interview with James Chessell about reporting on the Federal Budget here.
    Other things we do:
    Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
    Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.
    Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...
    Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
    Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.
    Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

    • 10 min
    It's Budget day in Canberra; Elon Musk notches up a win; A very happy landing; And finding the best jeans...

    It's Budget day in Canberra; Elon Musk notches up a win; A very happy landing; And finding the best jeans...

    Tuesday, 14 May: It's Budget day in Canberra; Elon Musk notches up a win; A very happy landing; And finding the best jeans...
    The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).
    #Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super, visit aware.com.au
    #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical
    You can find The Guardian's piece answering all your questions about jeans here.
    Other things we do:
    Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
    Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.
    Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...
    Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
    Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.
    Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.

    • 9 min
    Brace yourselves for Budget week; Live sheep exports are banned; The ceasefire pressures are still on; And amazing auroras...

    Brace yourselves for Budget week; Live sheep exports are banned; The ceasefire pressures are still on; And amazing auroras...

    Monday, 13 May: Brace yourselves for Budget week; Live sheep exports are banned; The ceasefire pressures are still on; And amazing auroras...
    The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).
    #Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super visit aware.com.au
    Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including a recent episode featuring an interview with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...
    Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
    Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.
    Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.
    Other things we do:
    Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
    Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

    • 9 min
    Your Weekly Wrap preview...

    Your Weekly Wrap preview...

    Weekly Wrap can be found on our News Club channel. Find it on Apple and Spotify (or search for it in your fave podcast app)

    • 56 sec
    A new plan for gas; Biden gives another warning to Israel; Another Aussie's Olympic dreams are over; And the gift mum really wants...

    A new plan for gas; Biden gives another warning to Israel; Another Aussie's Olympic dreams are over; And the gift mum really wants...

    Friday, 10 May: A new plan for gas; Biden gives another warning to Israel; Another Aussie's Olympic dreams are over; And the gift mum really wants...
    The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).
    Friday Lites: If the chilly weather has you craving something warming, this recipe for ginger meatballs in coconut broth is a winner. They’re flavourful, moreish and best of all - easy to make. They’re going to be on high rotation for us…
    Today marks Are You Safe at Home? Day - find out more, here.
    #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical
    #Sponsored: To find out more about Aware Super visit aware.com.au
    Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including the latest episode which features an interview with with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...
    Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
    Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics - including the latest episode on Australia's nuclear energy debate.
    Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.
    Other things we do:
    Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties!
    Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

    • 10 min
    An assassination plot is foiled; The Hunter Valley bus crash accused pleads guilty; Sydney's wet week; And Sweden's Electric shock...

    An assassination plot is foiled; The Hunter Valley bus crash accused pleads guilty; Sydney's wet week; And Sweden's Electric shock...

    Thursday, 9 May: An assassination plot is foiled; The Hunter Valley bus crash accused pleads guilty; Sydney's wet week; And Sweden's Electric shock...
    The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Get The Squiz Today newsletter in your inbox each weekday morning (links to all today's stories, plus a dose of quirky news).
    #Sponsored: If you want to learn more about how BHP is building a better future is a responsibility visit bhp.com/critical
    Check out News Club - the place for conversations about the news hosted by Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, including the latest episode which features an interview with with James Chessell - who until very recently was the managing director of publishing at Nine, overseeing the SMH, The Age and Financial Review. They had a great chat about how to unpick the Federal Budget - because it can be complex, especially if you're not a numbers person...
    Sign up for the Saturday Squiz newsletter here - it's the news, weekend style.
    Sign up for The Squiz Shortcuts newsletter here - a weekly explainer on big news topics.
    Support The Squiz by sharing our newsletters and podcasts with your friends.
    Other things we do:
    Squiz Kids - a news podcast for curious kids. Age-appropriate news without the nasties! In the latest episode, Bryce sits down with Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers - who takes the Squiz Kids Q+A hot seat to answer questions from the kids of Australia.
    Newshounds, by Squiz Kids - a free media literacy program designed to teach primary-school students how to recognise misinformation and disinformation when they come across it.

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
1.5K Ratings

1.5K Ratings

CathyA@ ,

Balanced News reporting

Most balanced news views I have heard for years

untamed aunty ,

Lives up to its promise

Lives up to its promise of opinion-free, agenda-free news with a touch of analysis - all in 10 minutes. So refreshing to consume news without someone pushing their woke/conservative viewpoints and cancellation campaigns.

Guinhddtyy ,

Best way to start your day

Perfect way to get well presented, neutral news. A balance of local and international stories with just the right amount of detail and a little levity to lighten the mood at the end.

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