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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.

1D AGO

The Shakeup: master debaters, the death of panel shows + is Sabrina satirising or sexist?

Are year 9 students grown up enough to properly debate the topic of trad wives? Plus: sexism, satire or subversion? Or is the discourse around Sabrina Carpenter's new album artwork just good PR? We unpack. And Q+A and The Project are dead. Will their cancellation change the way issues are discussed, or have audiences fundamentally moved on from the format? Host Dave Marchese is joined by performer and artist Etcetera Etcetera and journalist Marty Smiley. Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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2D AGO

Why Sussan Ley rejects the 'glass cliff' + can you trust SPF?

Sussan Ley took on the Liberal leadership after the party suffered its worst ever election wipe out. Is it a glass cliff scenario? Hear what she says in her first interview with hack as opposition leader. Plus, can you trust the SPF rating in your favourite sunblock? Choice has been testing some of Australia's most popular brands, and they're not living up to the claims on the labels. Listen now: 01:13 - Sussan Ley says 'underestimate me at your own peril' 20:47 - Choice's warning about your daily sunblock Guests: Sussan Ley, Leader of the OppositionDr Jessica Stokes-Parish, registered nurse and science communicator, Bond UniversityGet the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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3D AGO

Dr Mo's Gaza plan, giving blood + AFLW hall-of-famers

Australia has sanctioned two senior Israeli politicians, marking a change in its approach to Israel in the occupied West Bank and the war in Gaza. Also, we hear from Dr Mohammed Mustafa about what he would like Australia to do to make real change for Palestinian children. And here's how donating blood can change lives in just a few minutes. Plus, how Erin Phillips and Daisy Pearce became first-time AFL Hall of Fame legends. Listen now: 01:07 - Australia sanctions two Israeli politicians 06:11 - Dr Mo's vision for a children's hospital 17:59 - What it's like to donate blood 23:17 - First AFLW players to join AFL Hall of Fame Guests: Dr Mohammed Mustafa, emergency physicianMarnie Vinall, sports journalist, ABCGet the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramListen to our deep dive wherever you get your podcasts Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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4D AGO

LA protests, another death in custody + doing the family trade

Raids as part of Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration have thrown the streets of LA into chaos, with days of protests, Aussie journalists shot at and tear-gassed, and hundreds of marines deployed. Plus, a man has died in custody at the Royal Darwin Hospital, the NT's second death in custody in less than two weeks. Today, the NT government faced an estimates grilling about it. Will anything change? And, have you followed in your parents' footsteps? We unpack how the jobs of your mum or dad can have a big impact on your career path. Listen now: 01:16 - The latest from the protest crackdown in Los Angeles 06:27 - What it means when Trump sends in the feds 13:25 - The NT's second death in custody in a fortnight 18:29 - When you follow in your parents' footsteps Guests: Dr Emma Shortis, US politics expert, Australia InstituteTaz Devadass, careers advisorGet the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramListen to our deep dive wherever you get your podcasts Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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JUN 6

The Shakeup: Bromance bust-ups, AI washing + forced entertainment

Everyone's grabbed the popcorn as the very public fight between Donald Trump and Elon Musk escalates. Also, we're asking if Run It Straight competitions should be banned or left alone? Plus, have you heard of AI washing? A start-up has been busted for using humans instead of artificial intelligence to fuel its chatbot. And a girlie singing Moana over a delayed flight's PA system has made some serious enemies. We dive into your best hijacked mic memories.Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Riv Narak and writer and podcaster Simran Pasricha. Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramListen to our deep dive wherever you get your podcasts Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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JUN 5

A Premier ousted, life in Gaza right now + banning e-scooters

Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff has been forced out of the top job and will request a snap election. And as pressure mounts on Israel to allow more aid to reach those at risk of starvation in Gaza, we hear a first-hand account of what life's like in the war zone. Plus, a fatal collision has prompted Perth to suspend e-scooter hires. Should they be banned everywhere? Listen now: 01:03 - Tasmania's political upheaval 04:35 - Inside Gaza 17:08 - Are e-scooters worth the dangers? Guests: Josh Duggan, reporter, ABC HobartAbeer Abou Mutlak, aid worker in GazaAnna Lindstedt, injured by e-bikeMadison Bland, PhD candidate, Griffith University's Cities Research InstituteGet the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramListen to our deep dive wherever you get your podcasts Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm
JUN 4

Run It Straight controversy, Tassie chaos + is Net Zero doomed?

The Run It Straight trend has turned viral, and deadly. We ask an organiser how they're addressing doctor's warnings about the serious risks. Plus, Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff could be ousted from the job, with a no-confidence motion moved over his handling of the budget, ferries and an AFL stadium. And does the North West Shelf extension jeopardise Australia's commitment to net zero emissions? Listen now: 01:12 - History and risks of Run It 17:23 - What's happening in Tasmania's parliament? 20:52 - Will Labor act on climate? Guests: Christian 'Charizma' Lesa, CEO, runitstraight24Professor Alan Pearce, neuroscientist, Swinburne University of TechnologyJosh Duggan, reporter, ABC HobartAlison Reeve, climate expert, Grattan Institute Get the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramListen to our deep dive wherever you get your podcasts Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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JUN 3

Erin Patterson's evidence, higher minimum wage + should we have more moral ambition?

The mushroom trial continues this week, with accused triple-murderer Erin Patterson giving evidence for the first time in her own trial. Plus, Australia's lowest-paid workers are about to get a pay rise. Will it make a difference? And the world would be a better place if the brightest minds weren't in meaningless corporate jobs — according to historian Rutger Bregman. We speak to him about his latest book, Moral Ambition. Listen now: 01:03 - Mushroom trial latest 06:23 - Minimum wage to rise 13:29 - Should you quit your job to help the world? Guests: Kathleen O'Connor, reporter, ABCRutger Bregman, historian and author, Moral AmbitionGet the whole story from Hack: Follow us on InstagramListen to our deep dive wherever you get your podcasts Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live at 5:30pm

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starmanreview

No ads and hard hitting journalism in a soft and fun package wish we had an American equivalent
super fun

08/17/2020

riley coler

the presenters of hack make this show so engaging, and australians are hilarious when they call in. i look forward to the friday episodes every week.
Fave Podcast of All Time!

06/05/2020

JohnKuczmarski

I need to stay connected to the Aussie wisdom, the lucid Aussie perspective of the world, Avani’s hawt voice (😍!), and the Aussie lingo, accent, and culture. Being outside of Australia is challenging, but while overseas this podcast is unfashionably invaluable! Five 🌟 stars out of five. No, 10 stars out of five! This is even better than the superb Paul Barclay’s Big Ideas (which died and got too dumbed down, political, and not spicy enough) and the excellent Dr. Karl. Hack triple j is my fave podcast that I’ve ever heard in my life (other than my own podcast!). Thanks mates for keeping good people not only entertained, but very very informed from a pristine, quality source! Thanks! I’m a fan! Sincerely, John Kooz
Aussie news + some global current events

05/19/2019

gawings

The hack is definitely a slice of home since I’ve been living abroad. Even just hearing your voices helps with the occasional homesickness!!! Thank you for keeping us up to date with what’s going on down under! :)

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.