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The FIFA Women’s World Cup is kicking off in Sydney this Thursday night; with the next month set to see the world’s best soccer played in Australia and New Zealand. With the Aussies serious contenders to be tournament champions, we speak with Teagan Micah and Charli Grant who are both in the squad about what it means to be competing against the world's best in your home country, and what it will mean for women's football in Australia. Headlines: Matildas call for pay parity Voice pamphlets to be published Calls for royal commission into Big 4 consulting firms Woman attacked by dingoes on K'gari Elton John testifies on behalf of Kevin Spacey Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone knows someone with a rental horror story. Rents are skyrocketing across the country and it's becoming increasingly difficult to find somewhere affordable to live. We're joined by Chantelle Schmidt, who writes for a number of publications including Pedestrian. She's also been sharing her painful rental journey on TikTok. We also talk to Mark McCrindle, founder of McCrindle research who has analysed the data on theimpact of the rental market on young renters. In this episode of The Briefing, the horror stories Australian renters are facing and what impact it has on the lives of those affected. Headlines: Alcaraz beats Djokovic to win Wimbledon Support for the Voice falls again LNP wins Gold Coast by-election New RBA boss under fire over old comments Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marta Dusseldorp is one of Australia’s best known and loved actors. From stage to screen, and now with production credits to boot. Dusseldorp’s latest project, Bay of Fire, premieres tomorrow night on ABC TV and is filmed on the west coast of Tasmania, a place that Dusseldorp herself discovered in the depths of the pandemic. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Marta explains the impact of the pandemic on Australian artists and takes us on the journey of stepping into a new character. *Content warning this episode mentions suicide if you or anyone you know are struggling call lifeline on 13 11 14 THE WEEKEND LIST: Listen: There's No Place Like Home podcast by Future Women Try: Cardigang: Learn to Knit Listen: The Louis Theroux podcast Eat: Warm chicken salad - recipe in episode See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone's talking about Threads, the new social media platform launched by Mark Zuckerberg's Meta last week. Jan and Tom signed up immediately, as they did when Twitter and Instagram launched. In this episode of The Briefing, Jan Fran and Tom Tilley discuss why you'd sign up for Threads, whether it will survive and whether we even need ANOTHER social media platform. Headlines: Hollywood set to shut down Elon Musk launches his own A-I startup Kevin Spacey takes to the witness box France is making fashion more sustainable Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 16-week trial over the Whakaari/White Island volcano tragedy has begun in New Zealand after an eruption killed 22 people, including 17 Australians in 2019. The island’s owners, brothers Andrew, James and Peter Buttle, their company, and two tour operators are on trial for allegedly failing to adequately protect tourists and staff. Each of the companies faces a maximum fine of $1.4 million, while the brothers charged face a maximum fine of $280,000. The ABC’s Emily Clark walks us through what’s been happening. Headlines: Australia is sending more bushmasters to Ukraine The RBA set to meet less to consider the cash rate Big news on the right to work from home Neurosurgeon Charlie Teo has taken a massive blow Aussies nominated in the Emmys Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Japan release millions of litres of radioactive waste water into the Pacific Ocean? Everyone remembers the Fukushima nuclear plant being swamped by a tsunami in March 2011. All four of the plant's reactors were written off – and ever since, the reactors have been cooled with recycled water from a new treatment plant. The plant now plans to release the cooling wastewater into the ocean. In this episode of the Briefing, we're joined by marine biologist Robert Richmond, a professor with the University of Hawaii, who details his concerns with Japan's plans, and what it might mean for the Pacific's ocean ecosystem. Headlines: Ben Roberts-Smith is appealing White Island eruption trial has begun NATO refuses to give Ukraine a timeline on when it can join Australians have increased drug consumption Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a pretty sci fi concept – being stored upside down in a giant thermos full of liquid nitrogen in the hope that some day, maybe hundreds of years away, technology will bring you back to life. Now cryonics is here in Australia. Peter Tsolakides is the director of Southern Cryonics in Holbrook, and dozens of people have forked over tens of thousands of dollars to put themselves into deep freeze until science catches up with their big dreams of eternal life. So how does it work, and would that future be, lonely? Headlines: Australia is joining the "climate club" Access to medical abortions made easier Robodebt ministers could be sued Australians are living longer than ever before Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A decision on who will be the next RBA Governor is expected mid-July. So will Philip Lowe remain in the job? Who are the candidates? Will it change how the RBA operates, or are we just looking for a scapegoat following the huge number of cash rate rises. Jonathan Kearns, former RBA department head joins Tom Tilley to explain. Headlines: Pressure mounts on Scott Morrison to resign BetStop: we can soon opt out of online gambling $1B defence deal signed with Germany Controversy over US sending cluster bombs to Ukraine England wins third Ashes test Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30-year-old MP Georgie Purcell was elected to the Victorian Legislative Council in November last year - and she’s already shaking up the House. Georgie, from the Animal Justice Party, stands out from other politicians as she made history with her maiden speech when she decided to own her narrative and share that she was previously a stripper. In this chat with Katrina Blowers, Georgie explains what it’s like to be trolled and how she’s more qualified than most of her peers but continues to be an easy target on social media. THE WEEKEND LIST: Listen: Blak Matters podcast Read: Pay the Rent Read: The Barbie Movie collaborations See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Queensland has announced plans banning smartphones in state schools from next year bringing them into line with the rest of the country except ACT. While it seems like a no-brainer given how distracting and harmful smartphones can be to kids and teens, we get the full story with child psychologist Michael-Carr Gregg and Dr Jason Zagami, a senior lecturer at the School of Education and Professional Studies at Griffith University. Headlines begin 11.34 Users flock to Twitter's rival Threads Nine newspapers apologises for a racist ad Senior minister forced to delete tweets Reynolds threatens to sue Higgins for defamation Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colleen Ballinger, otherwise known as Miranda Sings, has been a YouTuber for over a decade and has recently had some serious allegations made against her, including being a child groomer. In a response to the claims she came out with a 10-minute long apology video where she decided to sing rather than speak, which many have dubbed Youtube’s worst apology video. Justin Hill host of LiSNTR’s The Streaming Service sits down with Katrina Blowers to unpack the video. Headlines begin 13.28 AFL investigates photo leak Donald Trump Jnr postpones tour Global temperature records broken Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Health Organization's recently announced that aspartame, used in products from Coca-Cola diet sodas to Mars' Extra chewing gum, will be listed as "possibly carcinogenic to humans." It feels like we are told about a new carcinogenic item or product every week, so what should we actually be worried? Oliver Jones, Professor of Chemistry at RMIT and internationally recognised expert in analytical science joins Antoinette Lattouf to break it down. Headlines begin 12.31: The RBA has kept rates steady New trade ties with Indonesia Ash Barty has had a baby Meta is taking on Twitter Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordie van den Berg has become TikTok famous for his videos documenting shit rentals around Australia as the country’s rental crisis continues. His videos exposing shit rentals have hundreds of thousands of likes with Jordie's top video reaching over 1.4million views. Jordie joins Tom Tilley to explain what needs to change in order to give tenants a fair go. Headlines begin 12:25: The UK PM Rishi Sunak has weighed in on the Ashes The National Anti-Corruption body already has dozens of referrals Vietnam has banned the upcoming Barbie film Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It used to just be endurance athletes who trained at altitude, but now gyms are popping up everywhere with the promise you can burn double the calories by doing the same workout. But does it work and should you do it? Altitude training gyms are popping up around the country with some people evening installing altitude rooms in their houses. Gyms are claiming that altitude training can make you burn more calories by working out in a low oxygen environment, so is it worth it? And how often do you have to train to see results? Dr Andrew Govus, a senior lecturer in Sports and exercise science, joins Katrina Blowers to explain the facts. Headlines: Thousands of Australians rally for the ‘yes’ campaign Worrying developments from the US supreme court Aussies are being urged to exercise caution in France Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dami Im is good at competitions. In 2013 she won X-Factor Australia and in 2016 placed second in the Eurovision Song Contest, becoming the highest scoring Aussie. Today, the university trained singer songwriter is a new mother and continues to make music that’s loved all over the world, with her new EP In Between coming out on July 7. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Dami reflects on hearing a recording of herself singing for the first time and how she went from performing in churches to the world stage, as plans her next tour. Find Dami Im’s tour here THE WEEKEND LIST: Visit: Midnight: The Cinderella Musical Eat: Sunshine carrot cake icing women's weekly Watch: The Little Mermaid live action movie Try: Kmart ice contour cube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Regulations for cosmetic surgery and injectables are about to change from July one. With GP referrals, psychological assessments, cooling off periods and even how procedures are advertised all part of the new requirements. Dr David Morgan a specialist plastic surgeon from the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons to explains the changes. Headlines: Berejiklian considers legal challenge after corruption finding Roberts-Smith agrees to pay costs of failed defamation UK's Australia-like asylum seeker plan deemed 'unlawful' Virgin Galactic has made its first commercial space flight Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Taylor Swift's Eras tour has taken over the globe and getting your hands on a ticket has become a hot commodity, with general sale tickets being released in Australia on Friday. The pop superstar has become the second richest self-made woman in music after Rihanna and this week the Victorian Government announced that they are giving the Taylor Swift concert major events status. Shameless podcast host Michelle Andrews is a self proclaimed Swiftie and joins Katrina Blowers to explain the cultural moment. Headlines: Debris from Titan sub pulled up Inflation falls to 5.6% Chris Dawson found guilty again Kevin Spacey: jury sworn in Trump sues E Jean Carroll for defamation Taylor Swift breaks ticket sale records Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last month Ben Roberts-Smith lost one of the biggest defamation trials in Australian history and was found to be a war criminal to a civil standard. The judge ruled that the stories Nick McKenzie had published in Nine Newspapers in 2017 and 2018 about the Victoria Cross winning SAS soldier were substantially true. Nick McKenzie joins us to talk about it all, his new book is called Crossing the Line. Headlines: Bombshell development in William Tyrrell case Lewis Capaldi forced to cancel tour No foul play found in Jeffrey Epstein's death Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The psychedelic drugs psilocybin and MDMA, commonly known as magic mushrooms and ecstasy, are being downgraded from prohibited to controlled drugs in Australia from July 1. This means approved psychiatrists will be able to prescribe psilocybin for depression and MDMA for PTSD. It’s a landmark moment in the regulation of psychedelic drugs for treating entrenched mental illness, Rodney Cocks, CEO of Vitura Health joins Jan Fran to explain why. Headlines: Putin responds to uprising Guy Sebastian's former manager on bail Virgin Galactic announces first commercial spaceflight Aussie women win the Ashes Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend a former friend and head of a private Russian military wing pulled his troops from the Ukrainian frontline to confront the Russian government, leaving President Vladimir Putin’s power in question. Putin called it a stab in the back in a televised speech as the war in Ukraine continues. Monica Attard Co-Director, Centre For Media Transition at University of Technology, Sydney and from ABC Russian correspondent explains. Headlines: Former Australian Labor Party leader Simon Crean dies aged 74 PwC Australia appoints new CEO and offloads government business Cheap electric car released in Australia Blood donation rules changed for fresh tattoos Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been eight and a half years since Maz Compton’s last drink and yet drinking is probably what she talks about most. You’ll likely recognise Maz from her MTV days interviewing the world’s best loved music makers, or the hit NSW Breakfast Show, Maz and Matty. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Maz explains why the term alcoholic isn’t helpful and how she is helping people find and embrace their sober selves, with her podcast and book Last Drinks. DrinkWise support services https://drinkwise.org.au/ THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: She Said on Netflix Read: Uluru Statement from the Heart Watch: Arnold on Netflix Try: Disco ball from KmartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It turns out so-called ‘study drugs’ like Adderall (which is sold in Australia as “Vyvanse”) and Ritalin could be making you less productive if you don’t have ADHD. A new study blows apart the belief stimulant drugs can boost focus or productivity no matter if you have ADHD or not. We speak with one of the authors of the study Dr Elizabeth Bowman from the University of Melbourne about just what they found. Headlines: Five declared dead in search for missing sub Dutton tells PM to call off the Voice referendum Twitter could be fined over hate speech Pollies outraged over Taylor Swift snubs Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rescue teams are continuing to frantically search for a missing Titanic tourist submersible with oxygen expected to run out today. The missing sub lost contact one hour and 45 minutes into the dive, with five people onboard. Chris White from the Australian Maritime College joins us to explain what it could be like for those onboard right now, and what might have gone wrong. Headlines: NSW cops under fire over tasering 'cover up' Indigenous deaths in custody to be reported in real time Lawyer X: why it looks like no one will be convicted WA to decriminalise abortion The Blues lose Origin II Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Federal parliament has voted on the legislation for the Voice Referendum which has to happen within six months. While this is a national Voice, Victoria has just voted in their own body quite similar to the voice called the First People’s Assembly of Victoria. Rueben Berg from the First People’s Assembly of Victoria joins us to explain the importance of state based bodies and Voice v Treaty. Headlines: Frantic search continues for Titanic tourists Lidia Thorpe to help write 'no' campaign pamphlet Hunter Biden charged with allegedly failing to pay tax Australia wins the Ashes Fantales to be discontinued Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 organisations across Australasia have been trialling the four day work week and the results are in. The idea is employees get 100% of the pay for working 80% of their previous hours in exchange for a commitment to maintain 100% productivity. We'll find out how you practically implement the four day work week with Wendy Green from Momentum Mental Health, a business in southern Queensland, as well as Australasian CEO Charlotte Lockhart. Headlines: Bride and groom issue statement after bus tragedy Voice referendum bill passes the senate Time is running out for PFAS claimants Major search for Titanic submersible underway East coast faces coldest days in five years Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's almost the end of the financial year and that means lodging a tax return. But before you do, Jan Fran takes us through five tax hacks with her accountant sister Helen- helping you minimise the tax you pay and maximise the return you get back. Headlines: David Van facing down calls to leave parliament The Voice referendum debated in the Senate US top diplomat in China for first time in five years 27-year-old in custody over Noosa man's death 1385 dachsunds break world record Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Alyssa Cerro was born and raised in the Hills District in Sydney. The child of an Argentinian, professional football-playing father and a Filipino, music loving mother, they were always going to march to the beat of their own drum. Today, you’re more likely to know them as Montaigne, the Aria award winning artist twice selected to represent Australia at Eurovision and subject of this year’s Archibald Prize winning artwork. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Jessica explains why they chose the name Montaigne and their relationship with fame. THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: Deadloch on Prime Video Watch: Carry-on for 5 weeks on insta @lisecarlaw Watch: White men can’t jump on Disney+ Watch: Ed Sheeran doco The Sum of It All on Disney+ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ezra Miller's appearance on the red carpet of The Flash has caused controversy, with everyone continuing to ask why someone with such a chequered history has been allowed to headline such a massive film. The Flash is also expected to finish off this iteration of the DC Extended Universe which has so far failed to compete with the massive success of Marvel. We speak with Listnr's Justin Hill who hosts The Streaming Service about just what is going on.Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drag storytime events have been targeted by far-right groups with violent threats and protests forcing over ten events in the past six months to be cancelled in Australia or move online. Drag queen Frock Hudson joins us to talk about their experience with several of their story time events being cancelled and what’s being done about it. Headlines: Senator David Van removed from parliament Unemployment rate drops to 3.6% ASC releases transathlete guidelines Beyonce bumps up Swedish inflation Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you wondered how we're getting access to all these personal text messages, recordings and detail from the Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann case. The Briefing has the answer and it involves the incredible Israeli spy technology Cellebrite, that sucks all the information out of your phone and most of us have no idea our police and government are using it. Author Antony Loewenstein of The Palestine Laboratory: How Israel Exports The Technology Of Occupation Around The World, joins us to explain what’s happening. Headlines: Lidia Thorpe withdraws claim senator sexually assaulted her Drug bust: Police stop $1.7b worth of meth Lisa Wilkinson lodges complaint over Lehrmann interview Katy Perry v Katie Perry: singer to appeal trademark Kyrgios reveals mental health battle Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Botox is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures on the planet, but did you know it contains the most toxic compound on earth? If it's so dangerous, why is it safe to use? In this bonus episode courtesy of the Science Briefing, Dr Sophie Calabretto is joined by Cosmos magazine journalist Jacinta Bowler to talk about the science behind botox, the risks associated with it and the research that is making it safer. Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Sunday night a horror bus crash in the Hunter Valley took the lives of ten people with 25 more being transported to hospital. The community is in shock as the coach was taking home guests from a wedding. The driver has been charged with 10 counts of dangerous driving occasioning death, driving in a dangerous manner and negligent driving occasioning death. Local resident Gerard McMillan and LiSTNR NSW News Editor David Dollin who was in court joins us to explain to terrible tragedy. Headlines: Trump pleads not guilty over classified documents Katy Gallagher denies she misled parliament JPMorgan Chase announces settlement with Epstein victims New Beatles record to be released thanks to AI Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orcas have been sinking ships off the coast of Portugal and Spain—with at least three attacks happening in the last month. Scientists believe it could just be a game or fad, although one theory is a bit more outlandish: a female orca may have been traumatised by being hit by a rudder and is now taking ‘revenge.’ Either way, it’s believed she’s the originator of the practice and has taught the rest of her pod how to do it. We find out exactly what’s going on with Luke Rendell from the University of St Andrews in Scotland. Headlines: Bus driver in horror crash to face court Support for Voice falls below majority Trump to be arraigned over felony charges Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has died Djokovic becomes 23-time grand slam winner Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Maria Thattil has always felt like an outsider looking in, despite being very much immersed in the world of modelling, television, writing and influencing. Maria is a queer, South-Asian woman, the daughter of migrant parents and a former Miss Universe Australia - who stands a petite five foot three in a world of 6 foot something beauty pageant contestants. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Maria explains what it was like to be told she wasn’t Australian enough to be Miss Universe, her experience on coming out on reality TV and her new memoir Unbound. THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: The Wonder on Netflix Read: How Can You Overcome Impostor Syndrome? You Don’t Watch: The Clearing on Disney+ Listen: Blak Matters podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the dawn of the space age in the 1950s, we have launched thousands of rockets and sent even more satellites into orbit, with many still circling our planet. This has created an ever-increasing risk of collision as we continue to launch more, leaving us wondering if space junk could crash on earth. Dr Matt Agnew, astrophysicist and author of Dr Matt’s guide to life in space, joins us to explain the dangers of space junk. Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Guy fell 15,000 feet and somehow survived. As he navigated a brutal recovery, he initially shut his whole family out of his life, until he realised the hold PTSD was having on him. In this incredible interview he explains how trauma works and he overcame it to live a fulfilling life. For crisis support - Lifeline 13 11 14 Headlines: Scott White sentenced over 80s manslaughter Assange close to extradition after appeal loss Albanese government facing heat over Higgins texts ACT bans intersex surgery on children Queensland premier opens up about miscarriage Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s been a worrying rise in police killing and injuring people in the line of duty. Including the recent tasering of 95-year-old great grandmother Clare Nowland. Hearing about such cases on the news is a nightmare for Leesa Topic, whose 22-year-old daughter was shot dead by NSW police outside a Hungry Jacks in 2015, in a response condemned as “entirely inappropriate” by a coroner. Leesa and Terry Goldsworthy, an Associate Professor in Criminology at Bond University, join us to explain what’s happening within the Australian police force. Headlines: Prince Harry finishes eight hours of testimony Controversy over Higgins pay out Economy in dire straits LIV and PGA golf tours merge Nazi symbols to be banned Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Porn addiction isn’t a clinical diagnosis, but psychologists are seeing more and more people whose lives are dictated by when they can get their next dopamine hit from porn.   You’ll hear from a man we called “Julian” and how porn addiction took over his life. He was so desperate to get help that he turned up to an alcoholics anonymous meeting for support. We also speak with Jane O’Keeffe, consulting psychologist for sex and porn addiction at South Pacific Private. In this episode of the Briefing, what to do if you or someone you love has a porn addiction. Headlines: Prince Harry makes historic court appearance   The RBA raises rates again Australian surfer avoids Indonesian jail Commonwealth bank pays spam fine BoM declares El Niño alert   Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathleen Folbigg has been released from prison after serving 20 years for murdering her four children. Yesterday, she received the pardon she’s been waiting for, for over two decades. We’re joined by Matthew Agius, science reporter at Cosmos Magazine and the Science Briefing, who explains how and why the decision has been made – and what it means for other court cases with similar findings In this episode of The Briefing, Kathleen Folbigg’s long journey to freedom. Headlines: Judge makes damning findings against Ben Roberts-Smith US: Mike Pence enters the presidential race AFL to launch new investigation into Hawthorn PwC names staff involved in tax scandal Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The number of male teachers in Australia has been steadily declining for decades. In Queensland for example, in the past two decades, the number of female teachers in the state’s schools increased by a staggering 230 times the number of males. Studies suggest if the decline continues male primary school teachers will extinct by 2050. We’re joined by Angelo Gavrielatos is the President of the NSW Teachers Federation; and Joel, a male teacher who is watching first-hand the decline in numbers of male teachers and the impact the decline is having. Headlines: Bruce Lehrmann speaks out Indian train crash caused by signalling failure New poll on Voice to parliament David Warner plans to retire from test cricket Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The drama of the Roy family has captured the worlds attention, been compared to Shakespeare and created it’s own fashion wave. Why has Succession created so much hype and is it deserved? In this bonus episode of the Briefing, we’re joined by Michael Lucas, screenwriter for Offspring and The Newsreader, to find out what makes Succession such a successful show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Peter Helliar has done it all, from the jungle to co-hosting the Project, to even being declared dead. I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here was never a reality television experience that had tempted Helliar. But after his resignation from The Project - alongside Carrie Bickmore and Lisa Wilkinson - the time was right to say yes to something totally different.In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Helliar is circumspect. Not the usual laugh-a-minute guy you’re used to seeing on screen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Roberts-Smith, former SAS soldier and Victoria Cross recipient lost his defamation case against Nine newspapers yesterday, with the judge finding Roberts-Smith committed war crimes. We sit down with LiSNTR Executive Producer Ellen Leabeater who was the Series producer for Guardian Australia’s podcast Ben Roberts-Smith v the media and followed the 100 day trial. Headlines: New revelation in the AFL Hawthorn racism scandal. BHP has admitted to underpaying nearly 30,000 workers Bali is trying to crackdown on disrespectful tourists BOM is forecasting a dry winter Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today student debts will increase by 7.1% for more than three million Australians thanks to indexation. The average national student debt is $24,770.75 and will be increased by an extra $1758.72 . We speak to the creator of the HECS-HELP system Bruce Chapman about whether he thinks the current system should remain as is, and former student Hanna who’s furious at the increase. Headlines: RBA governor cops criticism for housing comments PwC to name and shame partners Government to crackdown on tobacco The Office is getting an Australian adaptation Queensland takes down the Blues in Origin I Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elizabeth Holmes was "the world's youngest self-made female billionaire" with her company Theranos, which promised to detect conditions such as cancer and diabetes needing only a few drops of blood. In 2014 her company was valued at US $9bn, but by 2018 Theranos had collapsed. In 2022 convicted by a jury in California on four counts of fraud and was sentenced to 11 years and three months in prison. Now in May 2023 Holmes is finally going to prison, we speak with retired biotech executive Anne Kopf-Sill who knew Holmes, about why it took so long? Headlines: AFL racism investigation wraps up New revelations from Dawson trial Lehrmann drops News Life lawsuit NATIO to remove PFAS from products Crown fined $450m Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In senate estimates last week, the AFP commissioner Reece Kershaw mentioned how Gen Z needs more praise in the workplace. It turns out he’d misquoted some research; we find out from organisational psychologist Amanda Ferguson how generational praise has changed and what the research really says. Headlines: - WA Premier Mark McGowan resigns - PWC stands down nine partners over ATO scandal - Chris Dawson on trial for carnal knowledge as a teacher - Seven has already decided on Kochie’s replacement - Melbourne nightclub under investigation Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 year old South Australian man Jason Kennison was the 10th climber to die on Mount Everest this climbing season, one of the deadliest in recent history. An area of the mountain called the death zone is the deadliest part of the climb, the term is used for altitudes over eight thousand meters. So what happens to the body when we enter higher altitudes, Dr Deirdre McCormack explains the risks of climbing Everest. Headlines: - Earthquake in north-west of Melbourne - Biden strikes deal over debt ceiling - Erdoğan claims victory in Turkish presidential election - Thorpe to sue the Greens for racism Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Vanessa Turnbull-Roberts, is a proud Bundjalung Widubul-Wiabul woman who was taken away from her family and her country at age 11. Vanessa would live with more than a dozen different foster families, before she was old enough to return home to country at age eighteen. Since then she has completed her law and social work degrees, with first class honours and is embarking on a PHD. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi ,Vanessa explains the importance of telling the stories of First Nations children in the foster care system, who are growing up away from their culture, families and land. *Content warning* We do mention the names of First Nations people who are no longer living. So please proceed with caution. 24/7 support line for First Nations people 13 Yarn - 13 9276 Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636 THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: Stan Grant’s leaving speech on Q&A Watch: Finale of Succession on Binge Watch: The Murdochs: Empire of Influence on SBS Watch: Queer Eye Season 7 on Netflix See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the National Press Club on Monday Julian Assange’s wife said 'we're the closest we've ever been' to securing his release and earlier this year Anthony Albanese expressed his frustrated over the detention of Assange. Gabriel Shipton believes 2023 will be the year his brother Julian will be released, as a Free Julian Assange Rally in Sydney saw over 1000 people in attendance on Wednesday. Gabriel joins us to explain why. Headlines: PwC staff stood down over scandal Fire in Sydney still being mopped up Officer who tasered grandmother ‘very distressed’ AFP boss says Gen Z needs praise ‘3 times a week’ Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you pay tax, this story will make your blood boil. We explain how PwC, a firm that’s received hundreds of millions of tax payer funds, shared confidential information with corporations trying to pay less tax in Australia. Find out how this happened and why it took so long to hit the headlines with Carl Rhodes, Professor of Organization Studies at the University of Technology Sydney. Headlines: Tasered 95 yr old Clare Nowland dies Tina Turner dies at 83 WA student in custody after school shooting US: Ron DeSantis announces presidential run Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.