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Hack brings you the stories that matter to young people. Every weekday host Dave Marchese and the triple j Hack team cover the latest news, politics and culture from all around Australia.

2 days ago

DEBATE: A Catholic and a drag queen on The Divine Playhouse controversy

Sydney's newest performing arts venue had only been open for about a week when it was forced to close after a storm of controversy. The Divine Playhouse was set up in a deconsecrated church and has been the focus of intense debate after some Christians accused the events company of "mocking their faith". This week on hack, you'll hear both sides of the debate — from the queer community say they have a right to artistic expression, and religious protesters who say symbols of faith should not be mocked. Guests: Etcetera Etcetera, Artist and performerAntonia Marie, Catholic creatorGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
2 days ago

THE SHAKEUP: Pollie holidays, Australia's AI plan + citizen's arrest gone viral

The Prime Minister won't be attending the NT's Garma Festival because he hasn't "had a day off all year". Meanwhile, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been spotted with mining magnate Gina Rinehart holidaying in Sicily at the resort where The White Lotus was filmed. So, what do you think about pollies taking time off? Also, the government this week announced so-called "Australian standards for AI" and vowed to protect the country's books, music, arts and news when it comes to training AI models. Plus, a Perth plumber has gone viral for carrying out a citizen's arrest of someone stealing a car, but not without whipping out his phone to film it first. Host Dave Marchese is joined by wealth and culture reporter Mary Madigan and the National Account reporter Archie Milligan. Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
3 days ago

Unpacking the Divine Playhouse controversy + surviving drug addiction

A new inclusive arts venue in a deconsecrated church was ordered to cease operation by the landlord under "offensive trade", following protests from religious groups. So, is it a celebration of inclusivity or has it crossed the line? We speak to a performer impacted by the closures, and a protester. Plus, sober advocate Clay Scott sits down with Dave to talk about how his drug use led to a full-blown addiction, prison and multiple suicide attempts, before he found sobriety. If you or anyone you know needs support help is available, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Listen now: 00:48 - The Divine Playhouse debate 15:13 - Surviving addiction Guests: Etcetera Etcetera, Artist and performerAntonia Marie, Catholic creatorClay ScottGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
4 days ago

INTERVIEW: What it's like to survive an overdose

The first time Clay Scott tried drugs he was just 12 years old, getting high during his lunch break at school. Within a few years, he had spiralled into a devastating addiction. Clay ended up being arrested, going to jail and destroying relationships with his friends and family. In his darkest moments, he says he even attempted to take his own life. Now, he's almost 500 days sober and has completely transformed his life. In this week's long listen, Clay tells Dave about his journey overcoming addiction, and how he hopes to help others embrace sobriety. If you or anyone you know needs support help is available, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Guests: Clay ScottGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
4 days ago

The PM wants AI “the Australian way” - here’s what that means for musos, data centres and you

The PM wants to manage AI "the Australian way" and has established an Office of AI that will cover everything from music to data centres. Today, we hear from musicians who discovered their music was skimmed to help train AI models, and Dave asks Minister of Industry and Innovation Tim Ayres whether the government's protections ago far enough. Listen now: 01:17 - The Aussie artists who's music is being used to train AI 07:07 - Copyright law vs AI law 14:17 - The government's new Office of AI Guests: Dr Andrew Cullen, AI lecturer at the University of MelbourneTim Ayers, Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science.Get the whole story from hack: Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
5 days ago

Quizzing the cost of uni degrees, four DV deaths in one week + can council meetings ever be cool?

Could we see the cost of some uni degrees change? Because there are calls for the government to dump a scheme that's more than doubled the cost of some degrees. And the calls are coming from within the house. Also, women's safety is back in the national spotlight after four women and girls were killed last week in separate incidents. We speak to Australia's first Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Commissioner about why we're still seeing this. And could local government ever be cool? We meet the group trying to make council meetings more bingeable than reality TV. Listen now: 01:59 - Uni debt 19:31 - Women's safety 25:33 - Can council be cool? Guests: George Williams, Vice-Chancellor and President at Western Sydney UniversityMicaela Cronin, Australia's first Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence CommissionerGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
6 days ago

Is breathwork worth the hype? World Cup controversy + antisemitism on campus

Have you ever tried breathwork? It's a wellness trend that's been gaining traction, with claims it can reduce stress and improve sleep. But does it actually work? Plus, we hear about the fourth block of the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion where Jewish university students and staff have given evidence of their lived experience on Australian university campuses. And, the World Cup controversy continues after a video assistant referee decision sparked outrage, with Switzerland's coach saying it "destroyed the game". We unpack what happened. Also, tensions in the Middle East remain high as the US and Iran argue over who has control over the Strait of Hormuz - and whether it's open or closed. Listen now 01:10 - Antisemitism on campus 07:51 - Middle East update 11:48 - The breathwork trend 23:05 - World Cup controversy Guests: Conor Duffy, ABC's national education reporterDr Jemma King, Research Fellow at the University of Queensland School of PsychologyDane Heverin, Fox Sports reporter Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
10 Jul

DEEP DIVE: What’s it like living near a data centre?

Big tech companies are pouring billions of dollars into the Australian economy as part of what's been described as a "once in a multi-generational investment boom" to fund AI data centres. So what does this all mean for the communities housing these buildings? In this week's Deep Dive, hack speaks to residents living near a data centre, and takes a look at the logistics of data centre expansion across the country. Plus, we speak to independent Senator for the ACT David Pocock. He reckons Australia is rushing into this boom without the proper safeguards. Guests: David Pocock, independent Senator for the ACTGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

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14/10/2019

Nat down under

For an Aussie living abroad best way to stay up to date with what’s going on back home
Great show

06/02/2015

rickyboy82

I've been listening to the Hack for a few month and I would recommend it to any open minded people. The treat lots of interist issues. You don't need to be a Aussie to enjoy this program. Cheers guys

Hack brings you the stories that matter to young people. Every weekday host Dave Marchese and the triple j Hack team cover the latest news, politics and culture from all around Australia.