
The Daily Aus
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S1 Ep 13926 August - What it's like to be 21 and have COVID-19
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates across Australia, Biden's comments on Afghanistan and some good news about the Paralympics. For today's deep dive, we chat to 21-year-old Sydney resident Jett Stanton, who is recovering from COVID-19. Follow us on Instagram and join 200,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13825 August - Chatting to the NSW Minister for Mental Health, Women and Regional Youth
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates from across Australia, Afghanistan rescues and some good news about Pfizer in Victoria. For today's deep dive, we talk to Bronnie Taylor, the NSW Minister for Mental Health, Women and Regional Youth.Follow us on Instagram and join 200,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13724 August - Understanding NZ's Delta outbreak
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: changes to childcare, Afghanistan rescue missions and some good news about the Paralympics. For today's deep dive, we take a look at NZ's latest COVID-19 outbreakFollow us on Instagram and join 200,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13623 August - What was the Tampa affair?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates, protests turn violent across Melbourne and Sydney and some good news about the Barty Party. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the Tampa affair ahead of its 20th anniversary this week. Follow us on Instagram and join 190,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13520 August - How will the crisis in Afghanistan impact the Biden presidency?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.For today's deep dive, we talk to Bruce Wolpe, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the United States Studies Centre, about how the crisis in Afghanistan will impact the Biden presidency. Follow us on Instagram and join 190,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13419 August - Talking to Australian-Afghan activist Lala Pordeli
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.For today's deep dive, we talk to Australian-Afghan lawyer and activist Lala Pordeli about her relatives in Kabul, the future of the Taliban and how the Australian-Afghan community is supporting each other this week.Follow us on Instagram and join 190,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13318 August - Who is the Taliban?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates across Australia, Afghanistan and some good news about food stamps in the U.S. For today's deep dive, we take who the Taliban are, and how they emerged from a 20 year battle with U.S. forces.Follow us on Instagram and join 185,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13217 August - Kabul has fallen
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for NSW, VIC, NT and ACT, news from Afghanistan and some good news about vaccines in WA. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the fall of Kabul to the Taliban.Follow us on Instagram and join 180,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13116 August - Plenty of Pfizer from Poland
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: NSW tops 400+ cases, earthquake in Haiti, and some good news about plastic in India. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the importation of 1 million Pfizer doses from Poland.Follow us on Instagram and join 175,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 13013 August - The $600m crypto heist
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID update in NSW, VIC and QLD and ACT and some good news about Pfizer available in SA. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the $600m crypto heist.Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 129SPECIAL EPISODE: Our interview with NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.For today's episode, we bring you our full chat with NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian. We discussed Sydney's outbreak, the role of young people in the COVID response, the HSC exams and vaccines.Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12811 August - What is pork-barrelling?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID cases peak in NSW, Morrison responds to the IPCC report and some good news about banning fossil fuels. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the political idea of pork-barrelling.Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12710 August - Telco companies (allegedly) behaving badly
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates around the country, the IPCC report and some good news about the Moderna vaccine. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the new proceedings launched by the ACCC against Optus, Telstra and TPG. Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12609 August - Our top five moments of Tokyo 2020
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for NSW, QLD and VIC, wildfires for Greece and some good news about citizenship in the US. For today's deep dive, we take a look at our top five moments of the Olympic Games.Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12506 August - Meet the creator of Australia's viral vaccine website
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: lockdowns in QLD, VIC and NSW, AstraZeneca casualty and some good news about our most successful Olympics. For today's deep dive, we chat to the creator of Australia's viral vaccine website, covidqueue.com. Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12405 August - Who is your Head of State?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: NSW plans for the next months, Australia Post payout and some good news about sailing gold. For today's deep dive, we take a look at who (and what) is Australia's Head of State.Follow us on Instagram and join 160,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12304 August - Would you get vaccinated for $300?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: case numbers grow in QLD, Qantas and Jetstar stand down staff and some good news about vaccines in the USA. For today's deep dive, we take a look at Labor's proposal to incentivise vaccinations with a $300 cheque. Follow us on Instagram and join 155,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12203 August - Talking Afterpay with Equity Mates
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: NSW records 207 cases, Ben Roberts-Smith trial delayed and some good news about a double gold medal. For today's deep dive, we chat to the Equity Mates team about Square's acquisition of Afterpay for $39 billion.Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12102 August - YouTube sidelines Sky News
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for NSW and QLD, Australia's brightest day at the Olympics and some good news about Emma McKeon. For today's deep dive, we take a look at YouTube's decision to ban Sky News for a week. Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 12030 July - Getting Australian music in the Olympics coverage
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: 200+ cases in NSW, Qantas' digital passports and some good news about the Olympics. For today's deep dive, we talk to Australian musician Jack River about her push to get more Australian music in the Olympics broadcast.Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11929 July - Labor's new policy platform
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: lockdown extended for Greater Sydney, extra support from Morrison's Government and some good news about Olympic success. For today's deep dive, we take a look Labor's new policy platform.Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11828 July - A tale of two Koreas
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: lockdown ends for Victoria and SA, NSW cases grow and some good news about Kaylee McKeown. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the pledge for peace between North and South Korea. Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11727 July - The super suit that set records in the pool
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: Melbourne to exit lockdown, Sydney cases grow and some good news about Ariarne Titmus. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the banned super swimsuit that set records in the pool - many of which can't be beaten. Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11626 July - Why the Great Barrier Reef is "not in danger"
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: lockdown protests across Australia, Barty takes an early exit and some good news about our female swimmers in Tokyo. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the UNESCO decision not to list Australia's Great Barrier Reef as an "in danger" site. Follow us on Instagram and join 150,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep 11523 July - How does a host city get picked to host the Olympics?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: an apology from Morrison, France's health pass and some good news about the opening ceremony. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the how a host city is picked to host the Olympics.Follow us on Instagram and join 140,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11422 July - How the rest of the world is responding to COVID-19
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for SA, NSW and VIC, drama in Tokyo and some good news about Brisbane 2032. For today's deep dive, we take a look at how three different places are going in their COVID-19 recovery.Follow us on Instagram and join 140,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep 11321 July - Indonesia is the new COVID-19 epicentre
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: lockdowns in SA, VIC and NSW, violence in Iraq and some good news about college fees. For today's deep dive, we take a look at worsening COVID-19 situation in Indonesia.Follow us on Instagram and join 140,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11220 July - Why leaking matters
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for NSW and Victoria, Freedom Day in the UK and some good news about the U.S. Marines. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the leaking of COVID-19 data in NSW to a TikTok comedian.Follow us on Instagram and join 140,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11119 July - Big Brother's VIP guest... evicted
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for NSW and Victoria, floods in Europe and some good news from Greenland. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the why Big Brother and Katie Hopkins are in the news.Follow us on Instagram and join 140,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 11016 July - Answering the big climate questions with one of Australia's experts
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID alerts in NSW and Victoria, unemployment rate update and some good news about space agencies. For today's deep dive, we have a chat to \ Richie Merzian, the inaugural Climate & Energy Program Director at The Australia Institute. Richie is a former Australian Government representative to the UN climate change conference and worked at the Department of Climate Change and the Department of Foreign Affairs for almost a decade on both domestic and international climate and energy agendas..Follow us on Instagram and join 130,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 10915 July - what's the difference between the TGA and ATAGI?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates for NSW and VIC, protests continue in South Africa and some good news about education in the U.S. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the difference between ATAGI and the TGA.Follow us on Instagram and join 130,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 July - South Africa's protests
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: an update of COVID-19 in NSW, protests turn violent in South Africa and and some good news about the Aussie Boomers. For today's deep dive, we take a deeper look into the protests and riots in South Africa.Follow us on Instagram and join 130,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 10713 July - Talking through Australia's new COVID-19 ad campaign
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: NSW COVID cases top 100, Zika in India and some good news about Canadian fires. For today's deep dive, we take a look at Australia's new COVID-19 ad campaign.Follow us on Instagram and join 130,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 10612 July - the latest from Haiti
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: NSW COVID worsens, California wildfires, good news about a new Pride hub and a chat about the latest from Haiti.Follow us on Instagram and join 130,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 1059 July - Can the Olympics be cancelled?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: NSW COVID count grows, Federal Government financial assistance, some good news about housing in Scotland and a chat about the state of emergency declared in Japan ahead of the Tokyo Olympics.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 1048 July - How the media knows things before you do
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: lockdown extended in NSW, big business helps with vaccines and some good news about a shorter work week. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the idea of 'briefing the media' - and how they knew about the lockdown before you did. Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 1037 July - Billionaires Bezos & Branson beam into space
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: a COVID-19 update, RBA looks to the future and some good news about vaccines in Italy. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the space race between tech billionaires. Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 1026 July - Julia Banks speaks on the toxic culture in Parliament House
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID-19 update around Australia, Florida building destroyed and some good news about Australia Post. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the allegations detailed by Julia Banks.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 1015 July - The ocean was literally on fire
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: COVID updates from around the country, landslides in Japan, some good news about the NT and a chat about the fire in the middle of the ocean. Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 1002 July - Our 100th episode!
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: COVID updates from around the country, prison release from Myanmar, and lots and LOTS of good news.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 991 July - Coercive control could become a crime
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.In the news today: COVID updates around the country, Canada's car ban and some good news about statues in the U.S. For today's deep dive, we take a look at the new coercive control report released in NSW. For support, reach out to 1800 RESPECT here. Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9830 June - Understanding the Miami building collapse
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: COVID updates from around the country, news from Swimming Australia, some good news about New Zealand and a chat about the Florida building collapse.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9729 June - Talkin' about Australia's generation
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: COVID updates from around the country, news from Florida, some good news about Canadian stadiums and a chat about the intergenerational report.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9628 June - How on earth did Australia get here?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: Sydney in lockdown, COVID warnings for the NT and WA, some good news about extra vaccines and a chat about a massive weekend in Australia’s COVID-19 story. Here’s today’s Daily Digest. Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9525 June - Britney Spears (finally) speaks for herself
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: NSW cases, COVID in NZ, some good news about an India and a chat about conservatorship and guardianship.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9424 June - Bad day to be a Bitcoin
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: NSW cases, COVID in NZ, some good news about Victoria and a chat about Bitcoin and bursting bubbles.Follow us on Instagram and join 120,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9323 June - How are vaccine rollouts going in developing countries?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: NSW records double digits, Barnaby sworn in, some good news about an India and a chat about how developing nations are handling the pandemic. Follow us on Instagram and join 110,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9222 June - Jumping for Joyce, Barnaby is (back as) Deputy PM
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: a new Deputy PM, Bondi cluster grows, some good news about an olympic medal hopeful, and a chat about Barnaby Joyce.Follow us on Instagram and join 110,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9121 June - Could we have a new Deputy PM by the end of the day?
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: NSW COVID update,Biloela family news, some good news about U.S. and a chat about the Nationals.Follow us on Instagram and join 110,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S1 Ep 9018 June - Understanding the latest arrests in Hong Kong
Welcome to The Daily Aus - join Sam and Zara every weekday for a five-minute entree to your news diet. They'll cover the news of the day in your language and take a deep dive into the biggest story of the day so that you’re armed with talking points when you meet your blind date, get caught chatting in the coffee line or have to face the in-laws. The Daily Aus is one of the most popular news pages in Australia on Instagram, and now they're hitting your headphones.Making news today: NSW COVID update, unemployment rate drops, some good news about renewables in the U.S. and a chat about arrests in Hong Kong. Here’s today’s Daily Digest. Follow us on Instagram and join 110,000 Australians @thedailyaus See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.