SBS News In Depth

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SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast that goes behind the headlines to explain the stories shaping Australia and the world. In each episode, the SBS News team brings you reporting, analysis and interviews on politics, the economy, social issues and global affairs, helping you understand what's happening and why it matters. New episodes daily.

41m ago

October 7, three years on: grief, war and an election

Survivors, bereaved families and Palestinians reflect on how October 7 has reshaped lives, war and politics. Three years after the Hamas-led October 7 attack, the consequences are still being felt.Former hostages are rebuilding their lives, while Palestinians in Gaza describe years of displacement and bombardment, and families directly affected by the attack are entering Israeli politics ahead of the country’s first national election since October 7.In this episode:How former hostages are rebuilding their lives.The continuing impact of the war on Palestinians in Gaza.How families affected by October 7 are entering Israeli politics.What the anniversary means for people across Israel.How the anniversary is being marked in Australia.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
2h ago

Aged care sector calls for clarity on Coalition's migration plan

The aged care sector says it needs more detail about how aged care workers will be insulated from proposed cuts to migration. Confusion has clouded the Coalition’s migration policy amid concerns it could impact the already-stretched aged care workforce. The policy's being billed as the “biggest immigration cut in Australia’s history” but Opposition leader Angus Taylor says the aged care sector will be insulated.In this episode:The aged care sector is calling for clarity on the Coalition’s migration policy.The Coalition says it will pursue the “biggest immigration cut in Australia’s history.”Opposition leader Angus Taylor says the aged care sector will be insulated.Aged care providers rely heavily on temporary migrant labour.The union responsible for aged care says workers are already stretched.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
6h ago

Why France is seeing its most violent student protests in decades

France’s student unrest grows into a national debate over policing, education inequality, arrests and youth activism. What began as protests over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and inequality in France's education system has evolved into a nationwide political confrontation. With thousands arrested, allegations of police brutality mounting and the government defending its response, students say they will continue demonstrating until their demands are heard.In this episode:Why student protests spread rapidly across FranceThe dispute over police tactics and allegations of excessive forceThe government's response to growing unrest and violenceWhat students and education advocates are demandingHow a schools protest became a broader political battleSBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.This content was created by SBS News journalists. Some voiceovers of translated interviews in this podcast series were assisted by AI.
1d ago

A cost-of-living nightmare with no end in sight

Low confidence, fuel costs and rate fears deepen a cost-of-living nightmare with no end in sight. Australian consumer confidence has fallen to about 80, with higher petrol prices and interest rate fears weighing on household outlooks. Westpac Senior Economist Matthew Hassan discusses what the survey reveals about different groups of consumers, the prospect of another rate rise and the risk to the economy. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves also speaks with Medallion Financial Group Managing Director Michael Wayne about the sharemarket’s third straight day of gains, technology stocks and the start of AGM season.In this episode:What a reading near 80 says about household confidence and the pressure on consumers.How higher petrol prices and expectations of further rate rises are shaping the outlook.Whether the sharemarket’s three-day run marks a recovery, and what falling local technology stocks may signal.The Firmus IPO and what investors may want to know.What investors can learn from company AGMs as the season gets underway.SBS On the Money is a daily finance podcast where SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves unpacks the ASX, the economy and the latest market moves with leading analysts and executives.Listen to more episodes of SBS On the Money, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
1d ago

Are the major parties missing the point on migration?

The Coalition's migration policy promises to address skills gaps while making the biggest migration cuts in Australian history. The Opposition is the latest party to reveal its migration reduction target, attracting concern from business groups over the sustainability of various sectors, including universities and construction.Under the policy, net migration would drop to 100,000 people a year but the Coalition says skills gaps would be addressed.In this episode:The Coalition eyes 100,000 net migration goal.The proposal includes the "biggest cuts to migration in Australian history."Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is concerned politicians are focusing on an "arbitrary number" and not addressing productivity.Polling reveals centring migrants as an issue favours One Nation.Greens and independent MPs accuse rival parties of scapegoating migrants instead of targeting infrastructure.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
1d ago

What does Queensland's spike in legal tobacco sales mean?

As debate rages over illegal tobacco, a jump in legal sales in Queensland could offer a model for other states. Lauding Queensland's jump in legal tobacco sales might seem strange at a public health level but it's being seen as a sign of the success of the state's crackdown on illicit tobacco sellers. But some continue to call for the tobacco excise to be cut, with competing views on how to tackle illegal trade while reducing smoking rates.In this episode:Why Queensland’s crackdown on illicit tobacco is being described as a success.The sales data that has prompted fresh debate over tobacco excise policy.Public health advocates push for bipartisan focus on reducing smoking rates.Victoria admits action on the illegal tobacco trade in the state should have come sooner.The competing arguments over whether cutting tobacco excise would help or harm public health.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
1d ago

Cornell University sexual assault allegations: what we know

A woman has alleged she was sexually assaulted by multiple men at a Cornell University frat party. Here's what we know so far. US prosecutors have relaunched a criminal investigation into allegations that a former Cornell University student was sexually assaulted at a fraternity house. The woman filed a civil lawsuit last month, after initial investigations found that criminal charges were not appropriate. Her lawyers say she now faces threats to withdraw her lawsuit.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
1d ago

How Spain's public eviction of an 87-year-old led to a snap election

The televised eviction of a woman in Madrid sparked mass outrage from Spaniards who will now head to the polls early in a snap election. 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal had lived in her home in Madrid for more than seven decades. Her rent was hiked to a point she could no longer afford and she was evicted publically. That incident sparked protests over housing affordability for weeks. Now, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has announced early elections after his government suffered a bruising legislative defeat on emergency measures related to the country's housing crisis. The vote will be held November 29.In this episode:Maricarmen Abascal's story and her lawyer speaks out on her behalf. Protesters explain why they took to the streets. The government introduced a bill and decree to help renters. But is it enough? How politicians and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez responded. Who is Pedro Sanchez and what are his politics? Could this spell the end of Europe's last few left-leaning governments? SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.Listen to more episodes of SBS News in Depth, and follow the show on the SBS Audio app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.For the latest news from Australia and around the world, visit SBS News and follow us on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.

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4.3

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15 Ratings

Waste of time

08/04/2022

Tropsyhead

Same liberal controlled media as America. Was looking for less drama and reporting on crap, not here. Don’t waist your time.

SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast that goes behind the headlines to explain the stories shaping Australia and the world. In each episode, the SBS News team brings you reporting, analysis and interviews on politics, the economy, social issues and global affairs, helping you understand what's happening and why it matters. New episodes daily.