Show overview
The Briefing has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 2,888 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 970 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a near-daily cadence, with the show now in its 7th season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 16 min and 23 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-AU-language News show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed yesterday, with 409 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 679 episodes published. Published by LiSTNR Support.
From the publisher
A national daily news podcast, The Briefing gives you the latest headlines, discussion and explainer interviews to keep you informed and entertained. Bringing you the news you need to know at 6am and 4pm Monday to Friday, and profile features across the weekend, The Briefing is Australia's go-to news podcast for your commute, coffee or exercise. Know more in minutes. Hosted by journalists Sacha Barbour Gatt, Chris Spyrou and Natarsha Belling.