News Weakly is the sharpest, funniest, and most professional news satire podcast in Australia—where we punch the news in the headlines… weakly.
Hosted by multi-award-winning comedian, journalist, and author Sami Shah, the show delivers a fast-paced, fiercely intelligent breakdown of the biggest stories in politics, global affairs, and culture. With a background that spans stand-up comedy, radio broadcasting, and serious journalism—including bylines in The New York Times, The Guardian, and ABC RN—Sami cuts through the noise with biting satire, relentless wit, and just enough sarcasm to keep us all from screaming into the void.
News Weakly isn’t just about the headlines—it’s about the hypocrisy, the absurdity, and the sheer chaos behind them. Whether it's Australian politics, international disasters, or billionaires doing dumb things, Sami delivers a fresh, fearless take that keeps listeners informed and entertained.
With a growing and engaged audience of news junkies, comedy lovers, and politics obsessives, News Weakly is the perfect space for advertisers looking to reach smart, curious, and highly engaged listeners.
Get in on the conversation. Stay ahead of the spin. And never trust a headline again.
New episodes every week.
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News Weakly – 6th May, 2022 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Two weeks until the election and everything and everyone hates it! Also, America goes from War on Drugs to War on Terror to War on Wombs! And, who will save the ham sandwiches? This is News Weakly, and is it weird that I’m more attracted to Amber Heard now? http://thesamishah.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
News Weakly Editorial Edition: 20th Apr, 2022 This week: An interview with satirist Dan Ilic, about the Australian election and what matters in satire. This is News Weakly Editorial Edition, where we punch the news in the headlines, thoughtfully! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly Editorial Edition: 11th Apr, 2022 This week: An interview with Pakistani journalist Zarrar Khuhro, in Karachi, on the Imran Khan government's ignominious end. This is News Weakly Editorial Edition, where we punch the news in the headlines, thoughtfully! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly Editorial Edition: 29th Mar, 2022 Due to the comedy festival, the next 4 weeks will be editorial editions. This week: An interview with war correspondent Ali Mustafa, in Kiev. For reals. This is News Weakly Editorial Edition, where we punch the news in the headlines, thoughtfully! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly – 25 March, 2022 Top Stories of the Week: Lambie to the rescue! Also, Hillsong finally becomes a proper Church! And, everyone continues to feel bad about not doing anything to help Ukraine! This is News Weakly , and if you haven’t bought tickets to my comedy festival shows in Melbourne, Sydney and Perth then you’re committing a war crime! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
News Weakly Editorial Edition: 22nd Mar, 2022 An editorial edition of News Weakly, thinking about the context of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This is News Weakly Editorial Edition, where we punch the news in the headlines, thoughtfully! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly – 18 March, 2022 Top stories of the week! The world continues to not really do much to help Ukraine! Also, the Labor party proves it’s ready for government by also having a shit internal culture! And, I’m not doing anything on Ben Robert-Smith because it’s all getting embarrassingly sad now. This is News Weakly, and you really should buy tickets to my Melbourne and Sydney comedy festival shows! http://thesamishah.com/shows Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
News Weakly – 11 March, 2022 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Scott Morrison unveils the worst flood disaster management plan since Noah! Also, Putin bans Facebook in Russia, instantly increasing popularity worldwide And, Omicron had a baby. A very very bad baby. This is News Weakly, where we punch the news in the headlines, weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
News Weakly – 4 March, 2022 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK The world continues to be inspired by Ukraine. It’s not really helping Ukraine. But boy is it inspired! Also, Joe Biden heckled at his State of the Union! And, a love story for the ages! This is News Weakly , and Clive Palmer just put Hitler’s Car on Carsales.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
News Weakly – 25 Feb 2022 IT’S THE END OF THE WORLD AND WE KNOW IT! This is News Weakly, where we punch the news in the headlines, weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly Editorial Edition: 23rd Feb, 2022 A new extra-bonus edition of News Weakly, released whenever I can! This Editorial Edition: Thinking about Richard Nixon and the culture wars of the 60s, and the lessons it can teach us about our upcoming election. This is News Weakly Editorial Edition, where we punch the news in the headlines, thoughtfully! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Don’t be fooled by the ukulele’s she’s got, she’s still she’s still Jenny from the Scott Also, Prince Andrew donates millions of dollars to woman he’s never met And, Russia is definitely withdrawing from Ukraine. Definitely. Totally. Look, see them withdraw. It’s happening. Shh. Shh. This is News Weakly, where we punch the news in the headlines, weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK God builds the universe, needs protection from trans children! Also, Scott Morrison really starting to hate phones! And, the Spy who Swiped Right on Me! This is News Weakly , and I really need to start a religion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly – 04/02/2022 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Morrison learns the price of true friendship! Also, Ben Roberts-Smith wishes he was back in Afghanistan where he was s afer And, American’s continue to pretend they’ll hold Trump to account This is News Weakly, and your momma’s an apartheid state! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NEWS WEAKLY – 28 Jan, 2022 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Australia loses its mind over a woman not smiling! And, Putin’s puttin’ it to Ukraine! Also, Tennis Australia polices fashion! This is News Weakly, and maybe she didn’t smile because she has, like, a crooked front tooth? I do that sometimes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK George Christensen is allowed to continue being George Christensen! Also, Boris Johnson Djokovic’es the BBC! And, terrorism is still a thing apparently! This is News Weakly , and I just got my booster so fuck you Omicron. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NEWS WEAKLY – 14 JAN, 2022 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK: AUSTRALIAN’S HUNTING RATS DJOKOVIC SICK OF ROOM SERVICE AND, BORIS JOHNSON LOVES TO PARTY THIS IS NEWS WEAKLY, AND I’M READY FOR 2023 NOW PLEASE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TOP STORIES OF THE FINAL WEEK OF 2021 SCOTT MORRISON ASKS WHAT’S IN A NAME? GHISLAINE MAXWELL BEGINS HER LIFE SENTENCE DEATH SENTENCE AND, CHINA VERSUS ELON MUSK! THIS IS NEWS WEAKLY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly – 24th Dec, 2021 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK - Scott Morrison makes cancer contagious! - And, it’s time to dust off that He-Man the Musical script! Just that, and no more, on this week’s News Weakly! I’m Sami Shah, and welcome to the final News Weakly of 2021! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
News Weakly – 17th Dec, 2021 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK - Massively rich ego maniac rewarded for bad behaviour - Also, another massively rich ego maniac wants more rewards for bad behaviour - And finally, a third massively rich ego maniac is being punished for good behaviour This is News Weakly! And I’m a massively poor ego maniac being tolerated for my behavior! I’m Sami Shah and welcome to News Weakly, where we punch the news in the headlines, weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
NEWS WEAKLY – 10 DEC, 2021 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK -George Christensen continues to remain George Christensen-Labor continues to remain Labor-And Boris Johnson continues to remain a liar This is News Weakly, and I’m going to start selling vitamin supplements to stop frogs turning me gay … or something. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NEWS WEAKLY – 3 Dec, 2021 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK: - Politicians resigning to spend time with their family, which no one in the family asked for!- A report reports on reported stuff!- And, Omicron was my favourite Decepticon! This is News Weakly, and I’ve never been on Jeffrey Epstein’s private jet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NEWS WEAKLY – 26/11/21 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK – - People who believe in magic get laws to protect their magic - We now know beyond any doubt that Peter Dutton is definitely not a rape apologist - And, Australia takes a break from burning us this summer to drowning us instead I’m Sami Shah, and welcome to News Weakly, where we punch the new in the headlines, weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
NEWS WEAKLY – 19 Nov 2021 TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK - Labor labours laboriously! - Also, protestors protesting protestations! - And, Sky News continues obsessing over ABC so hard, you’d think they have a crush! This is News Weakly, and I left my scarf at Jake Gyllenhall’s place! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK US seen hanging out with China and France. Australia waiting by the phone all night! Also, Belarus and Poland in border dispute. Everyone obsessed with World War Two gets tingling sensation in their genitals! And, Malala gets off the dating apps by getting married! All that and more, on this edition of News Weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Tim Smith crashes his car, and his career, into a wall And the sexual tension between Morrison and Macron rises! This is News Weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK Scott Morrison plans to say the word plan a lot! Victoria cashes in its chips! And the coup in Sudan becomes a shameless ad for my new comedy album! All that plus more! This is News Weakly! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
TOP STORIES OF THE WEEK ZERO NATS FOR NAT ZERO AND, PRU GOWARD MAKES STRONG CASE FOR SHARPENING THE GUILLOTINE ALSO, TRUMP BRINGS THE TRUTH All that, plus more! This is News Weakly, and Melbourne just got out of lockdown so you’re lucky I’m even doing this today instead of getting arrested for drunken behaviour and indecent exposure on the middle of Chapel street! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Top Stories of the week ending 15/10/2021 Superman puts some D in DC comics! JobKeeper Keeps Jobs Away! And, Aussies on the Moon! All that, plus more, on News Weakly, by Sami Shah! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Top Stories of the week ending 05/10/2021 Are you ready for the sequel to the Panama Papers? 2 Panama 2 Papers? Panama Papers: Paradise Drift? Plus, NSW premieres a new premiere! And, where were you during the great Facebook outage of 2021? All that, plus more, on News Weakly, by Sami Shah! Peter Dutton’s offended! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
