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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.

Last week Q&A presenter Stan Grant announced he was leaving the ABC after constant racial abuse, and a lack of institutional support. Torres Strait Islander Rhianna Patrick who is a Briefing host and also a former ABC journalist, speaks to The Briefing about her time and experience at the ABC and discovering what she calls ‘workplace trauma.’ Headlines: Convicted paedophile and entertainer Rolf Harris has died Victorian budget features a new Covid debt tax Netflix is cracking down on password sharing Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

China has been the world’s most populous country since 1950, but last month according to UN demographers India has now surpassed China. India is now home to nearly a fifth of humanity and is continuing to grow. How did this happen and what does it mean for geopolitics? Emeritus Professor in Asian Studies at the University of Adelaide Purnendra Jain joins us to explain the significance. Headlines: - India’s PM touches down in Australia - US signs security pact with Papua New Guinea - Stan Grant has hosted final episode of Q&A - Casual workers are worse off - NZ loses to Australia over Manuka honey Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Young men are the main victims of sextortion in Australia, according to new data to be presented by the eSafety Commissioner in parliament. Sextortion is when a person is extorted for money under threat of having nude images released to family, friends and beyond. Last year around 60% of reports received by the eSafety scheme were reports of sextortion, we go inside with an eSafety commissioner investigator. Headlines: Crackdown on Buy Now Pay Later services Tasered elderly woman now receiving end of life care Stan Grant has received an apology from ABC managing director The race to pay off HELP before indexation Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kayla Itsines went from training clients in her parents’ backyard to touring around the world hosting sold out boot camps. But since then she’s become a mother of two and is tackling the idea of ‘bounce back’ culture. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Kayla explains how she is doing the high wire act of new-mum juggling and her approach to fitness since discovering her own vulnerabilities. THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: The Diplomat on Netflix Eat: Chocolate Dipped Brown Butter Tahini Cookies from Ambitious kitchen Do: Sydney Comedy Festival Eat: Air fryer carrot chips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially dropped restrictions that prohibit gay and bisexual men from donating blood. The ban was implemented in 1983 for men who have sex with men due to the AIDS epidemic. In today’s episode of the Briefing, we discover that since the early 80s, scientific advances and more testing has led to the ban on LGBT men and transwomen donating blood being lifted. We’re joined by Darian Aaron from GLAAD, a US LGBTQ advocacy organisations; and Thomas Buxereau from Australia's 'Let Us Give’ campaign. So what’s happening in Australia, why hasn’t the ban been lifted here? Headlines: Man charged with arson after deadly NZ blaze The G7 meets in Japan USA: TikTok banned in Montana Nadal announces retirement plan Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11,500 Hollywood television and screenwriters are on strike, they’re determined to get better pay and conditions and want safeguards in place against AI. The studios say they can’t hand out pay rises as investors are no longer gung-ho about streaming. We go inside the strike with writer Josh Gondelman who used to work on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver to find out exactly what’s going on. Headlines: Prince Harry and Meghan in “near catastrophic car chase” Melbourne truckdriver granted bail Quad meeting officially cancelled Falls Festival canned Sherpa climbs Everest for record 27th time Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snapchat has introduced an AI chatbot that users can ask any question and receive an answer in extreme detail. Users can customise the chatbot’s name, design a Bitmoji avatar for it and it sits alongside conversations with real friends. Snapchat’s chatbot may feel less transactional but AI ethics expert Julian Koplin says the new technology can be misleading. Headlines: Search for bodies resumes at NZ hostel Biden could visit Australia next week 30 to 34-year-olds under worst cost of living pressure Support for Voice slips Gillard says she 'got it wrong' on same-sex marriage Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anti-crime groups have taken to the streets going door to door targeting suspected thieves in the Queensland town of Rockhampton. The vigilante groups formed on social media despite police warning them that vigilantism is not the answer to community crime. Indigenous leaders and police are worried, Dr. Terry Goldsworthy, an associate professor in criminal justice and criminology explains why. Headlines: PFAS class action settles A national anti-scam centre is set to open in July Thailand’s opposition challenges military rule Turkiye election is too close to call Martha Stewart on the cover of Sports Illustrated Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Netflix show Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story has hit the number one spot on the streaming service and gives the back story of the British Queen Charlotte. The show has been sparking conversation about whether or not she was the first black Queen. British historian Cindy McCreery joins Jan Fran to explain why. Headlines: Two charged over neo-Nazi rally Road death toll climbs despite national strategy Education fees have almost tripled since 2023 Turkiye could have a new president Will Australia compete in Eurovision 2024? Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah Harris is the newest host of The Project, filling the shoes of Carrie Bickmore who has been with the agenda-setting news show since its inception. Harris is no stranger to television. She previously hosted Studio 10 for nearly a decade, and before that was a reporter for Channel 9 and Channel 7. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Sarah explains how nothing could have prepared her for the invasive attention and outdated criticism from some parts of the media and how she’s balancing her new work and parenting. The Weekend list Watch: Season 2 Ginny & Georgia on Netflix Read: Inequality on Steroids | Between the Lines Watch: Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story on Netflix Listen: But are you happy? Flex Mami podcast epSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former NRL player Jarryd Hayne is expected to be sentenced today. The 35-year-old was found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman on grand final night in 2018, following a third trial last month. Host of This Arvo in Sydney Sacha Barbour Gatt takes us through the backstory of Jarryd Hayne, his massive fall from grace and why it’s taken so long to get this conviction. Headlines: - Opposition leader Peter Dutton gives his budget reply - The trade minister is trying to repair relations with China - Biden might skip the quad meeting because of the debt ceiling - Google’s AI chatbot Bard has launched in Australia Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eurovision is back again, this year being played out in the UK. It’s a change from the norm after Ukraine won last year’s contest, but couldn’t host themselves. We go behind the scenes with commentator Myf Warhurst to hear all the goss all the way from Liverpool. Headlines: - Inquiry into the handling of the Brittany Higgins rape trial continues - The Opposition to deliver its budget reply today - QLD Path to Treaty legislation passes parliament - AFL to find out if they can use Tasmanian Devils name Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve heard artificial intelligence could take our jobs, now a new investigation shows how it could make inequalities worse. We speak to Tracey Spicer about her new book Man Made: How the bias of the past is being built into the future. Headlines: Budget breakdown Donald Trump has been found liable for sexual abuse Jenny Craig Australia in voluntary administration Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

110 people have been confirmed dead in a Kenyan forest, believed to have starved themselves after following the teachings of a cult called The Good News International Church. The church taught that the end of the world was coming and its followers should starve themselves before that time and then they would go to heaven. Children were to die first, then the unmarried, then mothers and the elderly, and then lastly the church’s leaders. The leader Paul Mackenzie now faces charges of terrorism, murder, kidnapping and cruelty towards children. We speak with Guardian reporter Caroline Kimeau on the ground about how this tragedy came about. Headlines: - What to expect in the budget - ACT prosecutor takes stand in Lehrmann-Higgins enquiry - 'No' vote groups to merge -QLD Police Commissioner cautions against retaliating to youth crime Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is that it? Housing market data shows the downturn in prices is over, for now. One of Australia’s leading property market analysts, Tim Lawless from CoreLogic, explains what this means for first home buyers. Headlines: The Coronation celebrations continue Federal Budget update Eight people killed in another US mass shooting Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While you may not have heard Michael Lucas’ voice before, you’ve almost certainly heard his words. Michael is an award winning screenwriter who has been at the helm of some of Australia’s most loved TV shows, from Offspring, to Wentworth and The Newsreader. In this chat with Jamila Rizv, Michael deep dives into what draws him to telling certain kinds of stories and how his own life experiences shape the lives of his characters. THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: Jury Duty on Amazon Prime Listen: The Imperfects podcast: Chrissie Swan Do: Mothers Day gifts – dress up a pot plant, vouchers and planning a day together. Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s a big weekend for the royalists around the world with the coronation of King Charles III to take place in London. It’s been 70 years since the last coronation – that of Elizabeth II in 1953. More than 2000 guests are invited including our PM Anthony Albanese. He’s taking with him around 20 upstanding Australians with him including comedian Adam Hills, who joins us from London. Headlines: Huge pay rise coming for aged care workers Jenny Craig remains open in Aus despite US closure Adam Cranston has legal funding removed Russia accuses Ukraine of attempting to assassinate Putin A huge win for young Aussies looking to move to the UK Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer Katy Perry has lost her long running legal fight with Australian clothing designer Katie Perry. Our Federal court has ruled the pop-star infringed in the trademark of the local brand, which was established in 2007 before the singer’s rise to international fame. We speak with clothing designer Katie Perry about why the case went on so long, and how she feels now she finally has a verdict. Headlines: 9 dead in Serbian school shooting Mortgage affordability at worst level in 30 years Paracetamol packets to get smaller Universities drop languages; take up AI Faruqi launches court action against Hanson Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year’s Met Gala theme is ‘Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty' which sparked backlash due to the late fashion designer's views on women's bodies and the #MeToo movement. We find out about why he was controversial and also dive into the rising issue of cancel culture in major fashion houses with brand consultant and editor Alison Izzo. Headlines: Interest rates lift again Qantas appoints first woman CEO boss Tasmania to get its own AFL team Albo has met with King Charles Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of households are refinancing their mortgages. In February alone $20billion worth of loans were remortgaged. With the fixed rate cliff just around the corner, even more Australians will be looking for a better deal. In this episode we speak with RateCity’s Sally Tindall on what to do if you’re looking at refinancing and what traps to avoid. Headlines: Tributes flow for Masterchef’s Jock Zonfrillo Health minister announces vape crackdown Lauren Cranston jailed for eight years Another US bank fails Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This strange saga has a few twists and turns which have culminated in Disney taking Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis to court. It's the latest move in a year-long battle that started when Disney publicly criticised Florida’s ‘don’t say gay' laws. In retaliation, DeSantis stripped Disney of its 56-year-long self-governing status and even threatened to open a prison near its theme park. We find out the whole story from Guardian writer Richard Luscombe based in Florida on why one man’s beef with a corporation in his state could have much wider implications. Headlines: Housing figures show downturn is over Two Australians facing jail in Indonesia Biden jokes about age at White House dinner Coronation: public asked to make controversial pledge Netherlands: Sperm donor banned from donating more Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Melissa Leong tastes her food, everyone pays attention. As the first female MasterChef judge her elegant and evocative descriptions make you feel part of the experience. When it comes to food, there isn’t much Melissa hasn’t done and in 2022 she was nominated for a Gold Logie. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Melissa touches on her experience of fame as a self-described introvert and what it means to be a woman of colour on prime-time television. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did the TV show Succession predict it? The Murdoch's have fired Tucker Carlson and retreated from two giant legal fights with Dominion & Crikey. In this episode we speak with Paddy Manning, author of The Successor on just how rotten things are in the state of Fox News. Headlines: Tucker Carlson speaks out after Fox sacking US talkshow icon Jerry Springer dies at 79 Credit cards to be banned from online gambling Katy Perry loses her copyright case with an Australian clothing designer Ed Sheeran sued by Marvin Gaye's estate Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Australian states have experienced a huge increase in the number of license suspensions. It’s a result of AI detection software that is now being rolled out across the country. We speak with Listnr's investigative journalist Joey Watson on whether this is just good policy? Or is there more at play? Headlines: Annual inflation rate falls to 7% A new migration strategy to be outlined Zelenskyy speaks with Xi for the first time Major Microsoft gaming deal blocked An update in the Kathleen Folbigg case Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The luxury goods industry is worth $5.3 billion, but it turns out despite the cost of living crisis, young people are driving demand with a third of luxury items purchased by Australians under the age of 30. We speak with IBISWorld report author Kayla Wheeler, and fashion lecturer Alison Izzo about the new obsession with quiet luxury among young people. Headlines: - Biden announces re-election bid - Tucker Carlson fired by Rupert Murdoch’s Fox News - Medicine to be cheaper for six million Australians - Victoria is raising the age of criminal responsibility - Prince William got a secret pay out from Murdoch newspaper Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Australia’s megachurch in turmoil, Tom Tilley has been working on an documentary investigation that reveals how far the problems go back and the real reasons its founder Brian Houston lost control of his church. In this extended interview with Katrina Blowers, Tom explains how the investigation began and what he learned along the way. Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A long-awaited review into the RBA has been handed down, with the government supporting the 51 recommendations in principle. Among them, the board that sets interest rates will be split off from the people who govern the overall running of the bank. We speak with Jonathan Kearns who spent three decades at the RBA and was one of the people consulted by the review panel. Headlines: - Tributes pour in for Barry Humphries - Landmark Defence Review to be released - Citizenship rules eased for Kiwis - Talor Gooch wins Aussie LIV Golf tournament - Twitter flips again over the “blue tick” Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jess Hill is an investigative journalist who has dedicated the last six years of her life to exploring, explaining and making sense of family violence, domestic abuse and sexual assault. This week she returns to SBS television with a documentary series called Asking For It featuring Grace Tame, Saxon Mullins and other survivors and experts who candidly share their experiences. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Jess reflects on her significant work while also receiving treatment for a brain tumour - an experience Jamila unfortunately knows a bit too well. *content warning* this episode includes mention of sexual harassment, domestic violence and assault 1800Respect - 1800 737 732 Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take six well known cosmetics to an independent laboratory for testing. The results show that two of the brands contain PFAS, which are dangerous synthetic ‘forever chemicals.’ Find out which brands and how they respond to the results in this special report from Clair Weaver, Investigations Editor at Listnr. Complaints about PFAS in cosmetics should go to the ACCC (Problem with a product or service you bought | ACCC.) Headlines: QLD to introduce major drug law changes ACT to offer free abortion BuzzFeed News is shutting down Elon Musk’s rocket explodes Mother and son survive light plane crash Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been one year since Sydney artist Scott Marsh caused a storm on social media after posting controversial comments about vaccines. The Aussie artist is here to tell us about his experience of having pericarditis after getting the vaccine and how the fallout from that post affected his life. We’re also speaking to infectious diseases expert Paul Griffin for the facts on vaccine injury. Headlines: - Reserve Bank to be shaken up- Australia’s first EV strategy announced- PM slams Lidia Thorpe- Father Bob Maguire dies aged 88- India to overtake China’s population Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Australian-first study has been launched looking at the online hate directed at female athletes. At the Tokyo games, 87% of online abuse towards athletes was directed at females. Female athletes say it's not an option to not use social media, because they are paid less and rely on it for income. So, what is it like being on the receiving end of daily online abuse? We talk with Olympic swimmer Cate Campbell and Dr Caitlin McGrane from Deakin University about the problem. Headlines: - Landmark Fox trial settles - Jacinta Price named as new Shadow Minister - Jobseeker payments deemed "seriously inadequate" in new report - Charles chooses quiche for coronation Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The controversial Bold Glamour filter on TikTok has now been used almost 40 million times. The AI filter gives users the perfect bone structure, full lips and flawless skin. It’s so realistic in fact, that some users say it should come with a warning as it’s setting unrealistic expectations of how we should look. On this episode of the Briefing we speak to cosmetic surgery consultant Dr Rand Younes about what impact are these filters having on self-esteem and is it causing a rise in the number of people getting fillers and botox? Headlines: - Shorten: “NDIS needs a reboot” - Aussies scammed out of $3.1 billion - Man dies on Kokoda Track - Cosmetic surgery patients to need psych test Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2007, due to road fatalities among young drivers, the learner period more than doubled from 50 hours to 120 hours in NSW and Victoria, but new research suggests these changes have done nothing to change road tolls. For almost 25 years, teenagers in New South Wales have been logging their driving hours, but with little evidence on the benefits, until now. So should they be scrapped and what is needed instead? Headlines: - 'No' ad campaign kicks off - New survey reveals only 35% of GPs are offering bulk billing - Bali wants to revoke visas for Russians/Ukrainians - Vape company investigated over illegal TikTok ads - Collingwood apologises for 1993 racism Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kate Jenkins has changed Australian workplaces forever during her seven-year term as Sex Discrimination Commissioner. During her time in the role Kate delivered the landmark Respect@Work report, which made a series of recommendations that laws be changed around workplace sexual harassment. In this chat with Jamila Rizvi, Kate reflects the last seven years in the role as she reaches to the final week of being Commissioner. *content warning* this episode includes mention of sexual harassment and assault Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The LNP is divided on the First Nations Voice. The shadow Attorney General Julian Leeser has stepped down from the Shadow Cabinet over the issue, while Tasmania’s Bridget Archer has also made it clear she supports the Voice. In this episode of The Briefing we speak with Jacqui Munro – member for the NSW legislative council, a Liberal who is for the Voice about how she came to that position, what the implications are for Peter Dutton and the rest of the party. Headlines: - Man arrested over Pentagon leak- Presbyterian church doesn’t want sexually active school captains- Dutton calls for more action from PM in Alice Springs- Cyclone Ilsa makes landfall in WA- Harry Potter to get a TV series Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From disrupting local council meetings, to denying the Holocaust - there’s a new movement of conspiracy theorists called My Place, who are taking some of the most dangerous beliefs on the internet and confronting councils around Australia. In this episode, we speak to ABC journalist, Emily Baker, about her recent interview with the group’s leader. Headlines: - Prince Harry to attend coronation - El Niño could be on the way - Elon Musk says Twitter has been “painful” - Dinosaur skull found in Queensland Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leadership author, columnist and company director Kirstin Ferguson says ”I truly believe we are all leaders; whether we lead our families, our business or our country.” In her new book, Head and Heart, she argues despite history handing privileged men more formal leadership positions, all of us – from a checkout operator at Woolies to the Prime Minister of a country – can effectively step up to the plate, read what the room needs in key moments and be great leaders. So, what’s holding us back? Headlines: - Liberal minister steps down to back Voice- IMF warns global economy is being pushed toward recession- Class action launched over contraceptive device- China to review Australia barley tariffs- Two Aussies win at Bells Beach Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest World Obesity Federation Report found 51 per cent of the world, or more than 4 billion people, will be obese or overweight within the next 12 years, with rates rising fastest among children. In today’s Briefing, we explore what it means for the next generations of Australians; what the contributing factors are; and why crash dieting is one of the worst ways to tackle the crisis. Headlines:- Dalai Lama apologises for asking boy to “suck his tongue”- Classified Pentagon documents leaked- China "successfully completes” military drills around Taiwan- Four killed in Kentucky mass shooting Follow The Briefing:Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mid-last year, figures showed Tinder subscriptions dropped, and it was largely attributed to Gen Z making a switch. More recently, Bumble has taken a tumble late last year, and it was largely Gen Z users who were not renewing their subscriptions. We talk to Lisa Portolan is a dating expert about whether people are turning away from dating apps altogether or moving towards more niche ones? Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.