When it comes to cyber threats in Australia… Alastair MacGibbon is the guy in the know. Australia's foremost cybersecurity expert, he was the former National Cyber Security Adviser and Special Adviser to the Prime Minister on Cyber Security, served as the Australian Government’s inaugural eSafety Commissioner, and now runs the world-leading cybersecurity company, Cyber CX. In this chat, we tackle the big themes of cyber warfare, online criminal behaviour, and how exposed we are. Plus, he talks a...
Mar 11, 2025•50 min
In this Weekly Wrap we talk Cyclone Alfred, Ukraine and the US, rogue chickens, some positive economic data and we look at the week coming up in elections. LINKS Potts Pointers Facebook group Broadsheet newsletter Potato recipe Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks ...
Mar 07, 2025•36 min
Every weeknight Sarah Ferguson pulls together 30mins of news and current affairs, interviewing everyone from Pat Cummins to the Prime Minister. She’s also known for her hard-hitting investigative work— like The Killing Season on the Rudd-Gillard years or her award-winning exposé on live cattle exports, which led to a major policy shift. We talk about how her upbringing shaped her, the ways journalism and media are changing, and the hardest kind of interview to pull off. She shares what she think...
Mar 04, 2025•46 min
In this Weekly Wrap we discuss everything from the latest cheese news to the Chinese military exercises off Australia. We also get across Trump’s AI-generated video on Gaza, the latest on Richard White and WiseTech, and Andrew outlines the extent of his board game obsession. LINKS Atlantic - James Murdoch Trump AI Video SMH article - Chinese Warships Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: ...
Feb 28, 2025•36 min
Season 2 of Newsmakers is here. The first episode drops next Wednesday.
Feb 26, 2025•2 min
Three years into Russia's invasion of Ukraine, Trump sent shockwaves through Europe this week by embracing Putin and snubbing Zelensky. We break down what that could mean, plus why the Aussie government dropped $2 billion on Whyalla steelworks. Also, RBA's rate cut, ASIO boss Mike Burgess's security warning, and a potential cure for advanced melanoma. LINKS We're looking for a video editor Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson Craig Emerson sings 'no Whyalla wipe-out' Trailer for Conclave Want more News ...
Feb 21, 2025•37 min
The reaction and fallout to antisemitic comments made by two nurses in Sydney, Trump’s call with Vladimir Putin, and what happened with tariffs this week. Plus, we explain the Drake/Kendrick Lamar feud, and the first RBA interest rate decision of 2025 is coming... LINKS Our shortcut to...Belle Gibson Video of a kayaker getting swallowed by a whale The Daily's episode on Kendrick and Drake The 50 best SNL sketches Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newslet...
Feb 14, 2025•32 min
We break down President Donald Trump's plan for Gaza, and what happened this week in the US trade wars. Plus, why Bianca Censori's Grammy outit caused such a stir, and Mecca might be up for grabs. In what's coming up - it's Super Bowl Sunday. UPDATE: Since recording, MCoBeauty confirmed its sale to retail/pharmacy entrepreneur Dennis Bastas, who is behind Australia’s largest privately owned healthcare products business. As we said, it's all happening in the Aussie beauty sector... LINKS Our Year...
Feb 07, 2025•32 min
It was a big end to the week, with DeepSeek shaking up the markets and a deadly plane crash in Washington. Plus, the fallout from Triple J’s Hottest 100, what to expect from the Grammys, and a possible caravan terror plot. Also, there is plenty of cricket and the latest on inflation. LINKS The Year Ahead...in Fashion Pork Skewers recipe We're hiring Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @...
Jan 31, 2025•33 min
What will 2025 bring in the business of fashion? Lauren Sams is the fashion editor at the Australian Financial Review and now Deputy Editor of the AFR Mag. In this chat, we cover fashion and how it intersects with business. Who the big players are in Australia, the moves at the very top fashion houses and why they matter to you and me.Plus, the big concerns for the industry and why the way we shop matters both ethically and economically. Links Mr. McMahon Want more News Club in your life? We've ...
Jan 28, 2025•33 min
The key takeaways from Donald Trump’s inauguration and what happened in Israel and Gaza this week. Plus, antisemitism in Australia and a new poll on Dutton vs Albanese. And in what's coming up... tennis, cricket and the school holidays are done for some. Links News Club interview with PM Anthony Albanese Inside Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Big Business Ambitions Squid Game We're hiring Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interv...
Jan 24, 2025•35 min
In his first podcast interview of 2025 ahead of the federal election, PM Anthony Albanese joins News Club to talk about his values and why he doesn’t think the Coalition can win. We asked about his approach to Donald Trump, his news habits, the threat of misinformation, and his views on national pride. We got to educate him on the phrase ‘cossie livs’ aka cost of living... He also talks about his fiance, Jodie, and his friendship with his son Nathan. It’s a great listen as you ponder how you’ll ...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 2 min
We preview our conversation with the Prime Minister + the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Gaza, LA fires and understanding the case of Oscar Jenkins. There’s also tennis, a looming TikTok ban in the US + Donald Trump's Presidential inauguration. Links The Wide Wide Sea My Old Ass Destanee Aiva Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way...
Jan 17, 2025•30 min
2025 is a federal election year, so in this episode, we’re chatting with Clare Harvey, Editorial Director at The Australian and host of The Front podcast, about what’s on her political radar. We dive into the rise of anti-Semitism, cost-of-living pressures, and the influence of Teals and independents. Plus, we discuss Peter Dutton’s strategy and the tension between Albanese and Plibersek over Tassie salmon farming. You can watch Wolf Hall on Apple TV Want more News Club in your life? We've got y...
Jan 14, 2025•36 min
Unpacking the devastating wildfires in LA, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's time at the top comes to an end, and we chat about the Golden Globes. Plus, a big week ahead in sports with the Women's Ashes, rhe Australian Open, and Santos Down Under. Links The Year Ahead...Entertainment Long Life Grout Cleaner Lit Hub's most anticipated books for 2025 Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Sq...
Jan 10, 2025•30 min
The Year Ahead is our hit-the-ground running podcast series, where we chat with our friends in news about the big stories and trends on their radar for 2025. Starting with our Squiz Today co-host Andrew Williams for his take on the world of entertainment and his big predictions for the year ahead. Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to...
Jan 08, 2025•34 min
This week: It’s Christmas so Claire and Kate exchange gifts plus we talk natural disasters, drones, an assassination in Russia and give our news predictions for the year ahead. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links https://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/athletes-deserve-to-feel-safe-and-supported-olympi[…]ure-of-abuse/news-story/1458601af95b04cad7b892a8db29d...
Dec 20, 2024•36 min
Arthur Sinodinos was US Ambassador for a time under the first Trump Presidency. He shares with us why he thinks the American people voted for him again and what he expects from a second Trump administration. Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way to support us is by clicking ‘follow’ on Apple or Spotify. A huge thanks to those who drop us...
Dec 17, 2024•47 min
This week: A rise in attacks on Jewish communities and Rupert Murdoch loses family trust battle. Plus, the Coalition releases the cost of thier nuclear power plan, and the manhunt for the UnitedHealthcare CEO's shooter ends. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links This hat from Canopy Bay Australian Gospel by Lech Blaine Want more News Club in your life? We've...
Dec 13, 2024•33 min
When Leigh Sales, one of our earliest supporters, said yes to joining us on Newsmakers—it was a big moment for us. With so much to ask, we dive into everything from her time as a foreign correspondent and anchoring 7.30 to her writing on journalism, research into grief and fear, and her thoughts on news fatigue. Plus, we chat about her side hustle, Chat 10 Looks 3, which has grown into a community of tens of thousands. Leigh shares her interview approach, dream guests, and even a few celebrity s...
Dec 10, 2024•48 min
This week on Weekly Wrap, we discuss the Syrian rebels take on Assad, Joe Biden pardon of his son, and the end of an era... Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @The Squiz PS: If you love what we do, the best way...
Dec 06, 2024•35 min
With all the news of late about youth crime, gendered violence, and incarceration rates, we have found ourselves asking - I wonder what Bernie thinks? Bernie Shakeshaft is the 2020 Australian Local Hero of the Year recipient and the founder of Backtrack. It's a community-led organisation for young people who are having a tough time. In this chat, he delves into what helping those kids who need it most means and why it makes a big difference. Club Picks: This piece on the ABC looks at the data ar...
Dec 03, 2024•31 min
Cricket’s in the spotlight, a big week for federal parliament, including a world-first social media ban for under-16s, and a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. Plus, a major report on domestic violence out of the NT you might’ve missed, and a swimming legend says goodbye. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. Links Our AFLW shortcut I'm with kids travel kit Bad...
Nov 29, 2024•30 min
Richard Scolyer is our 2024 joint Australian of the Year and Medical Director of the Melanoma Institute of Australia, alongside his colleague and friend Professor Georgina Long. Less than a decade ago, advanced melanoma was fatal. Thanks to their work in immunotherapy, it’s now curable. But in June 2023, Richard was diagnosed with incurable grade four brain cancer, with an average survival of 14 months. It’s now been 18 months since his diagnosis. Why is he still here? No one knows. It could be ...
Nov 26, 2024•37 min
This week in the news, we shed light on who Domingo is and why it's everywhere, Alan Jones' arrest, methanol poisoning and more. Since recording the podcast on Friday, Holly Bowles has died from a suspected case of methanol poisoning. Her friend Bianca Jones died on Thursday. The owner of a backpacker hostel in Laos where the 19yo Aussies were staying has been detained by police for questioning. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on...
Nov 22, 2024•32 min
This week in the news, Donald Trump makes his major cabinet appointments, the Block's finale, the Wallabies Joseph Sua’ali’i and more. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. We'd love it if you could complete our News Club survey. Links Register for our first ever event here Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watc...
Nov 15, 2024•30 min
Alice Springs has come and gone from national news coverage over the past few years. It started with the lapse of alcohol and pornography bans in remote communities around Alice Springs in mid-2022. Property offences increased by almost 60%, assaults rose by 38%, and domestic violence assaults doubled. Since then, steps have been taken to reinstate restrictions, but the town and its surrounding communities have remained in the national spotlight. We debated who to speak with, but all roads point...
Nov 12, 2024•33 min
Donald Trump won the US election this week. We break down who voted for him and why, what it means for Australia, and what happens to his ongoing legal battles. Plus, Labor's plan to cut HECS debt for 3 million Australians, the Melbourne Cup, and an update on the Qantas upgrade debacle. Links We'd love it if you could complete our News Club survey. Want more News Club in your life? We've got you... Sign up to our News Club newsletter Watch all our interviews on Youtube Follow us on Instagram: @T...
Nov 08, 2024•35 min
This week in the news, the Qantas upgrade scandal that wouldn't stop, the latest inflation data, and Broken Hill's broken power supply. Plus, the US election is finally upon us, and Bluey World opens. Hosted by the OG team of Claire Kimball and Kate Watson, Weekly Wrap is all about helping you stay on top of the news + we give you some talking points for the week ahead. We'd love it if you could complete our News Club survey. Links Register for our first ever event here Want more News Club in yo...
Nov 01, 2024•28 min
Joe Aston’s name rings out in business, politics, and media circles. If you know him, it’s probably from his time writing Rear Window for the Australian Financial Review. Joe took over the column in 2012, making it a feared and revered staple—landing a mention in Rear Window likely meant you’d found yourself on the wrong side of Joe’s sharp pen. Now, he’s out with his first book, The Chairman’s Lounge, which takes aim at Qantas through the pandemic and the Alan Joyce era. As usual, Joe’s work ha...
Nov 01, 2024•51 min
