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Background Briefing tells true stories not everyone will want you to hear. We infuse investigative reporting with captivating drama, following the thread of an individual story only to find that it leads us to something bigger. It's the only podcast in Australia that does this week in, week out. Hosted by Thomas Oriti. We want to hear from you too. If you have a tip-off, please contact us at backgroundbriefing[at]abc.net.au

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04 Hometown Boys | The Trial

The judge is “taken aback” as witnesses from Balmoral waver on the stand. The courtroom is heaving with the accused men’s supporters. But the verdict is not what they’re expecting.

27 мин.
26 ЯНВ.

03 Hometown Boys | Exile

In the days after the 21st birthday party, some residents of Balmoral appear to take sides. As the police case quietly gathers pace, the town’s loyalties harden. Soon Elise and her family find themselves increasingly isolated in their own hometown.

32 мин.
16 ЯНВ.

02 Hometown Boys | The Party

Elise comes home to celebrate a classmate’s 21st birthday party. By the end of the night, two old school friends will be accused of a terrible crime. But almost immediately, the town appears to adopt a “nothing to see here” approach, and close around the men.

33 мин.
16 ЯНВ.

01 Hometown Boys | One Street Town

Balmoral is a small Victorian town built on tradition, loyalty and knowing your place. But there appears to be an unspoken code when problems arise - stay silent, or risk being cast out altogether.

30 мин.
9 ЯНВ.

INTRODUCING — Hometown Boys

In one tiny country town, the football club is the heart of community life. Loyalties are tested when a serious crime occurs at a 21st birthday party involving a star player and his mate.

2 мин.
25.12.2025

Long Read | How social media algorithms decide who you are

This week, Prianka Srinivasan arms herself with a burner phone and a fake name, and sets out to learn how Instagram’s algorithm really works.

24 мин.
06.12.2025

04 Before and After | Behind the sunscreen

When the founder of a skincare company discovers his zinc sunscreen product potentially isn't achieving the protection it's supposed to, it doesn't take long before he realises the problem is far bigger than he first thought.

35 мин.
28.11.2025

03 Before and After | Under your skin

The injectable industry is booming, but behind the glossy ads and plump looks, some patients are discovering filler that doesn’t dissolve. This week reporter Gina McKeon reveals the hidden risks of chasing an Instagrammable face.

37 мин.

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Background Briefing tells true stories not everyone will want you to hear. We infuse investigative reporting with captivating drama, following the thread of an individual story only to find that it leads us to something bigger. It's the only podcast in Australia that does this week in, week out. Hosted by Thomas Oriti. We want to hear from you too. If you have a tip-off, please contact us at backgroundbriefing[at]abc.net.au