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Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) was once called the crypto king. Now he’s facing up to 100 years in prison after a jury found him guilty on two counts of fraud and seven counts of conspiracy. So how did the “boy genius” once thought to be the future of 'clean' crypto, end up convicted? In today’s episode we look at the rise and fall of SBF and what the end of his reign means for the world of crypto.Up and offer T&Cs @ up.com.au/termsCreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A convicted terrorist who’s been in jail for 18 years has been given the green light to have his Australian citizenship restored. So, who is Abdul Nacer Benbrika and why was his citizenship revoked? In today’s deep dive, TDA journalist Harry Sekulich explains how this story has unfolded in Parliament, and the High Court, and what’s likely to happen next. Up and offer T&Cs @ up.com.au/terms CreditsHosts: Harry Sekulich and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new government campaign, ‘Be That Teacher’ is trying to inspire a new generation of educators . This comes as Australia faces a national teacher shortage, with the Federal Government saying that from 2021 to 2025 the country will have 4,100 fewer teachers than needed. In today’s deep dive, we’ll look at whether this campaign is likely to bring new teachers to the profession, and whether inspiration is enough for the teachers already considering quitting. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah KopelSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, a lawsuit was launched against supermarket chain Aldi for underpaying workers up to $150 million. Does Australia have a wage theft problem? In today’s deep dive, the new Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth explains why underpayments happen, from small businesses to multinational giants, and what's being done to combat the issue. CreditsGuest: Fair Work Ombudsman, Anna BoothHosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emma GillespieSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we reported the news that a young woman was killed at a Sydney school. It comes as a new report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies shows nearly one-third of Australian teenagers aged 18-19 have experienced intimate partner violence. In today’s deep dive, Zara talks to Chanel Contos about what needs to change to end gendered violence, ahead of her Press Club address in Canberra later today.CreditsGuest: Chanel Contos, Founder of Teach Us Consent & Chair of The Global Institute for Women’s Leadership’s Youth Advisory CommitteeHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah KopelSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the last few months, you've likely seen headlines that referred to a ‘high-profile man’ who’d been charged with rape in the Queensland city of Toowoomba. We now know that man to be Bruce Lehrmann, who had previously been accused of rape by fellow political staffer Brittany Higgins. Lehrmann has always denied those allegations and hasn’t entered a plea in the Toowoomba case. In today’s deep dive we’ll explain why Lehrmann couldn't be named before now, and what’s likely to happen next. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Joe Kiely and Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a TDA exclusive, Billi FitzSimons sits down with the Queensland Premier to talk about pressing issues in the state. From the cost of living, to youth crime, the Premier's leadership and the Indigenous Voice referendum, today's deep dive will catch you up on what you need to know about the state of play in Queensland. CreditsGuest: Annastacia Palaszczuk, Queensland Premier Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara SeidlerProducer: Joe Kiely and Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Aus is in the U.S. to cover Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s state visit. While here, TDA had the the opportunity to sit down with two of President Joe Biden’s most important White House officials - Press Secretary Karin Jean Pierre and National Security Council Spokesperson John Kirby.CreditsGuests: Press Secretary Karin Jean Pierre and National Security Council Spokesperson John KirbyHosts: Zara Seidler, Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Joe KielySubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest inflation numbers released yesterday showed prices rose by more than the RBA had hoped. It means could soon be hearing three words we haven’t heard for a few months: “interest rate rise”. So, what's the point of raising inflation? TDA journalist Tom Crowley tells us what it all means in the deep dive. CreditsHosts: Emma Gillespie and Tom CrowleyProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands of people across Iceland, including its Prime Minister, have taken part in a 24-hour national women's strike. Iceland is ranked number one in the world for gender equality, but its organisers say their country isn't the "equality paradise" the world thinks it is. In today's deep dive, we unpack Iceland’s gender equity movement and why women and non-binary people are striking in 2023. CreditsHosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie and Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The cost of living crisis is to blame for an increasing number of Australians going hungry, according to Foodbank's latest Hunger Report. With more young people struggling to put food on the table, what are the long-term impacts of food insecurity? Brianna Casey, CEO of Foodbank Australia joins us for today's deep dive, to talk about what can be done to change the growing number of people who don't know where their next meal is coming from. CreditsHosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Emma Gillespie and Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, the Federal Government introduced legislation to increase paid parental leave to 26 weeks. What does the proposal look like, why is it being tabled now, and how does Australia stack up compared with other countries? We'll unpack everything in today's deep dive. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emma Gillespie and James ElliottSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s been one year since Nedd Brockmann made headlines for running across the whole of Australia, from Cottesloe Beach in Perth to Bondi Beach in Sydney. The Daily Aus sat down with him to find out what happened after he was thrown into the media spotlight, and asks what his next challenge is. CreditsGuests: Nedd BrockmannHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiInterviewer: Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Joe Kiely Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ketamine is commonly used in medicine as an anaesthetic. Now, it’s also being used to treat depression, after low doses of the drug were found to "quickly and significantly" improve depressive symptoms. Dr Adam Bayes is a Senior Research Fellow at the Black Dog Institute. He’s a clinical academic psychiatrist with a special interest in mood disorders, and he answers all of our ketamine-treatment questions in the deep dive. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducers: Emma Gillespie and Joe KielySubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Jacinda Ardern era is officially over. As Australians went to the polls for the Voice referendum on Saturday, New Zealanders voted in their national election. Last election, then-PM Jacinda Ardern led Labour to a comfortable victory. Fast forward three years to 2023 and it was Ardern's replacement, Chris Hipkins, conceding defeat on election night. New Zealanders voted for a new Government and a new PM, so what happened to Labour, who is PM-elect Christopher Luxon and the National Party, and how has New Zealand's political landscape shifted between elections? We'll unpack everything about the NZ election in today's deep dive. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducers: Lucy Tassell and Joe KielySubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the start of the month, an ongoing conflict in the Middle East boiled over when Hamas launched a surprise wide scale attack on Israel. It has prompted Israel to declare war on Hamas, saying the military will use all of its strength to destroy Hamas’s capabilities. In the deep dive, we’re going to give you some of the context to understand this conflict. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This weekend, Australia voted against enshrining a Voice to Parliament in the Constitution. Every state and territory except the ACT voted no. So what does this decision mean for the future of Australia and how will it impact efforts to close the gap? TDA journalist Tom Crowley has been covering the referendum from the start. In today’s deep dive he’ll tell you what it means now that it’s over. CreditsGuest: Tom CrowleyHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we’ve taken you back to where the Voice began, and explained its journey from Uluru to Canberra and right around the country. In this episode, listen to our live ‘politics at the pub’ event, where First Nations ABC journalists Carly Williams and Isabella Higgins answered questions like, “what will the voice actually do?” and “why are some First Nations people voting no?”. CreditsGuests: Carly Williams and Isabella HigginsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah KopelSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we’ve taken you back to where the Voice began, and explained its journey from Uluru to Canberra and right around the country. In this episode, listen to a special extended version of TDA journalist Tom Crowley’s interview with the Prime Minister and hear whether he plans to take responsibility if the referendum fails. CreditsWritten and presented by Tom Crowley, produced by Joe Kiely, edit and mix by Ninah KopelSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, come with us on a journey back to where the Voice began, and into the future, where it might land. What is the Voice? Where did the idea come from? What are the arguments on both sides of the campaign? In this special series, we’ll answer those questions and more. From exclusive interviews in Parliament House, to a journey into regional WA, we’ll share voices from across the debate and get you ready to make an informed decision this Saturday. CreditsWritten and presented by Tom Crowley, produced by Joe Kiely, edit and mix by Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, come with us on a journey back to where the Voice began, and into the future, where it might land. What is the Voice? Where did the idea come from? What are the arguments on both sides of the campaign? In this special series, we’ll answer those questions and more. From exclusive interviews in Parliament House, to a journey into regional WA, we’ll share voices from across the debate and get you ready to make an informed decision this Saturday. CreditsWritten and presented by Tom Crowley, produced by Joe Kiely, edit and mix by Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, come with us on a journey back to where the Voice began, and into the future, where it might land. What is the Voice? Where did the idea come from? What are the arguments on both sides of the campaign? In this special series, we’ll answer those questions and more. From exclusive interviews in Parliament House, to a journey into regional WA, we’ll share voices from across the debate and get you ready to make an informed decision this Saturday.CreditsWritten and presented by Tom Crowley, produced by Joe Kiely, edit and mix by Ninah Kopel.Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rumours are true. There’s a bedbug crisis unfolding in France. It’s sparked widespread public health concern, forced schools to close, and raised concern ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. We’ll tell you what you need to know, and whether it’s likely to pose a threat to Australia, in the deep dive. RSVP to our politics in the pub event here.CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducer: Emma GillespieSubscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s big news out of the U.S.! For the first time in its history, the house speaker has been ousted. So who is the house speaker, and why is this such big news? And what does it actually mean? We’ll tell you in today’s deep dive. CreditsHosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever wondered why we use trigger warnings the way we do? Or why we put a warning on some stories but not others? In an effort to explore how trigger warnings work best and if we should use them at all, TDA editor Billi FitzSimons talks to clinical psychologist and researcher Dr Zac Seidler ( who also happens to be Zara’s brother). CreditsGuest: Dr Zac Seidler, clinical psychologist Hosts: Zara Seidler and Billi FItzSimonsProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special interview episode, TDA’s editor Billi FitzSimons sits down with the Foreign Minister to talk about everything from world peace, Julian Assange and the upcoming U.S. election. Plus the big question: does the Foreign Minister think we’re on the brink of a big world war? Or is world peace even possible? CreditsGuest: Senator Penny Wong, Foreign Minister Hosts: Billi FitzSimons, Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Writers Guild of America has reached a deal with Hollywood studios, meaning their strike is officially over. In the deep dive, we’ll let you know what they’ve agreed to and whether this means production is back on track or if the actors strike will still keep the industry at a standstill. Listen to Why actors walked out on their own premiere CreditsGuest: Lucy Tassell, TDA fact checkerHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Less than a third of police strip searches across 5 festivals between 2021 and 2022 in NSW followed proper legal processes according to an audit by the state’s police watchdog.So when are the police allowed to strip search you and what can it involve? With festival season right around the corner, we’re going to speak with a lawyer about strip searches. CreditsGuest: Sam Lee, Senior Solicitor at Redfern Legal CentreHosts: Sam Koslowski and Ninah Kopel Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know the former Victorian Premier for his North Face jackets and extremely long COVID-19 era press conferences, but he is also known for his socially progressive policies and cancelling the Commonwealth Games. In today's deep dive, we'll look at Daniel Andrews' legacy as one of Australia’s most divisive, yet electorally successful Premiers Australia has seen. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK detectives have launched an official investigation into Russell Brand, amid claims of rape and sexual assault. As the allegations against the Hollywood star-turned-YouTuber conspiracy theorist mount, Brand continues to defend himself online. Broadcasting to an audience of 6.6 million subscribers, the comedian has accused the ‘mainstream media’ of a targeted ‘witch hunt’ to silence him. In today’s deep dive, we explain the allegations against Brand and the role of his social media fan base in the wake of the accusations. Listen to ‘The beginning of the end for Airbnb?’ CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hundreds of firefighting and community advocates are meeting with Government representatives for Australia’s first-ever 'Bushfire Preparedness' summit. Ahead of a forecasted dangerous El Niño bushfire season, the two-day summit will stress-test the shape of Australia's emergency bushfire response. In today's deep dive, Emergency Services Minister Murray Watt takes us through his biggest concerns heading into summer, how authorities are working to keep communities safe, and the lessons learned from the 'Black Summer' bushfires. CreditsHosts: Sam Koslowski & Billi FitzSimonsProducer: James Elliott & Emma Gillespie Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The TV show Succession is playing out in real life after Rupert Murdoch stepped down as chair of News Corp and Fox Corporation. The 92-year-old’s eldest son, Lachlan, has been named as his successor, but three of his siblings will eventually inherit a share in the family business. Is Lachlan’s legacy set in stone? What impact will this decision have on the Murdoch legacy? CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an Australian first, the Victorian Government has announced a new tax on Airbnb. This comes as a new rule in New York stops people from renting out entire apartments on the platform. These new reforms aim to relieve pressure on the rental market. But will they work? And at what cost for local tourism? CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Ninah KopelProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know Dylan from his time as Australian of the year and for his sporting achievements. Now he’s working to change the way people with disabilities are featured on screen. Despite the fact that almost 20% of Australians live with a disability, only 1% of advertising campaigns globally feature people with a disability. Now Dylan Alcott is launching the Shift 20 Initiative to try and change that. In the deep dive Dylan talks with Sam about what he wishes was different when he was growing up and why he’s passionate about changing things for future generations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rate of endometriosis hospitalisations has doubled for 20 to 24-year-olds in the last decade, according to a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. The historically under-recognised condition can impact fertility, and participation in work, school, and social activities. So, why does it still take an average of six to eight years to get a diagnosis?CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What would you do if you had a three day weekend every week? Start a side hustle, catch up on life admin, or just spend some quality time with your couch? A recommendation from a recent Parliamentary Committee means that could be one step closer to reality for some Australians. In today’s deep dive we’ll explain what has been recommended and whether it’s likely to go ahead. Listen to What’s happening with the Government and Qatar Airways? CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Ninah KopelProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ACT is set to decriminalise possession of small amounts of illicit drugs next month, but the Federal Coalition is trying to stop the legislation passing. So why is that even possible, what does it mean for the future of this bill, and what does it say about the independence of the territories? TDA Journalist Tom Crowley will tell you what you need to know in the deep dive. CreditsGuest: Tom Crowley, TDA journalistHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah KopelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, eating disorder survivors and support advocates met with politicians and social media bosses in Federal Parliament. The meeting coincided with new research from The University of Melbourne which found TikTok shows more eating-disorder content, and more videos about dieting, exercise and appearance to people with eating disorders, than those without. In today’s deep dive, we talk to youth advocate for mental health Varsha Yajman about what happened in yesterday’s meeting and what needs to happen moving forward. CreditsGuest: Varsha Yajman, youth mental health advocateHosts: Emma Gillespie and Ninah KopelProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterBuy our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Google is in court facing allegations it has illegally monopolised the internet. The Department of Justice is claiming Google is unfairly limiting competition through billion dollar agreements with providers like Samsung and Apple to ensure it is the default search engine on their products. Google denies it’s done anything wrong however, saying it dominates the market because it’s the best in the market. So is Google simply the best? Or has the tech giant broken the law? We’ll let you know in the deep dive. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have heard of Ozempic, the diabetes medication that went viral on TikTok for being a so-called 'miracle weight loss drug'. Now the company who makes it, Novo Nordisk has become the biggest company in the EU. In today’s deep dive we’ll explain what that means, and how the company continues to grow despite an international shortage in their product. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the weekend, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco, killing at least 2,000 people. With the death toll expected to rise, many are still missing and feared trapped beneath the rubble. From the search for survivors to the destruction of homes and historical sites, in today's deep dive, we unpack everything you need to know about Morocco's strongest quake in over a century. Credits:Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Emma Gillespie & Joe Kiely Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You may have been hearing stories in the news over the last few weeks about the Federal Government facing questions over Qatar Airways. On the surface, this is a story about one political decision. This saga however, has raised questions about political transparency, Australia’s relationship with Qantas, and how Australian women on Qatar flights came to be strip searched in 2020. Listen to Does Qantas owe you money?Listen to Why NSW teachers are angrySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The country’s biggest coal-fired Power Station, Eraring, was meant to close in 2025. Instead, the NSW Government has extended operations after warnings the state’s grid could face blackouts and power shortages. What does the decision tell us about the current energy market, and its preparedness to transition to renewables? We answer your questions in the deep dive. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The coach of Spain’s women’s soccer team has been fired. It’s the latest in a series of events pointing to radical cultural shifts in the sport’s leadership. From an uprising last year, to the non-consensual kiss at the World Cup, we’re going to give you all the background you need to understand the revolution taking place at the heart of Spanish football. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterOrder our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s first-ever autism strategy is being developed, to improve the lives of Autistic Australians across key outcomes – from mental health, to social inclusion and employment. Andy Shim from the National Autism Strategy Oversight Council joins us to help unpack the strategy. Register for events here Make a submission here CreditsGuest: Andy Shim, disability rights activist, and an Autistic member on the National Autism Strategy Oversight CouncilHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah KopelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has introduced legislation aimed at closing what it calls workplace law ‘loopholes’. Under the new laws, employers who deliberately underpay their staff could face jail time. The Opposition and business groups have spoken out against the reforms, saying they will negatively impact small businesses and the economy. In today’s deep dive, TDA journalist Tom Crowley explains what’s in the legislation and whether or not it’s likely to pass. Listen to Casual or permanent: which would you choose? CreditsHosts: Tom Crowley and Ninah Kopel Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After two years of writing, Sam and Zara are eagerly releasing their first book, No Silly Questions, this week. In a special episode of the podcast, we give you a sneak peak inside the book. To order a signed copy of the book, click here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Government has stopped short of setting an age limit for online pornography. This is despite the fact that according to eSafety research more than 75% of Australian adults support the idea of the Government establishing an age control for porn. In today’s deep dive we’ll look at what the government was considering and what it plans to do instead. listen to ‘Does Qantas owe you money?’ CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly QuestionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s official: we now have the date Australians will go to the polls and vote in the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. So what is the Voice to Parliament and how do referendums work? We'll let you know in today's deep dive! Listen to An update on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.TDA’s Voice to Parliament survey. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly Questions (See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Senate Inquiry has accused Qantas CEO, Alan Joyce, of misleading the Australian public. The outgoing Qantas boss faced a 90-minute grilling this week, including questions over the airline's mishandling of cancelled Covid flights. In the deep dive, we’ll explain the Qantas credit controversy leading up to this point, and what to know if you, or someone you know, still has credits. CreditsHosts: Zara Seidler and Sam KoslowskiProducer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterPre-order our new book No Silly Questions See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.