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 ...
Sep 20, 2023•17 min
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? Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Buy our new b...
Sep 19, 2023•10 min
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 ? Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Ninah Kopel Producer: Ni...
Sep 18, 2023•12 min
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. Credits Guest: Tom Crowley, TDA journalist Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel See omnystudio.co...
Sep 17, 2023•14 min
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...
Sep 14, 2023•13 min
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...
Sep 13, 2023•11 min
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. Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Pre-order our new book No Silly Ques...
Sep 12, 2023•10 min
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 Koslowski Producer: Emma Gillespie & Joe Kiely Subscribe to The Daily Aus ne...
Sep 11, 2023•10 min
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 angry See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...
Sep 10, 2023•9 min
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. Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Pre-order our new book No ...
Sep 07, 2023•10 min
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. Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Order our new book No Silly Questio...
Sep 06, 2023•12 min
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 Credits Guest: Andy Shim, disability rights activist, and an Autistic member on the National Autism Strategy Oversight Council Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Produ...
Sep 05, 2023•16 min
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 yo...
Sep 04, 2023•15 min
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....
Sep 03, 2023•10 min
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 ?’ Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter ...
Aug 31, 2023•10 min
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 . Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Pre-order our new book No Silly Questions ( See omnystudio.c...
Aug 30, 2023•14 min
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. Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Pre-order...
Aug 29, 2023•11 min
The Queensland Government has passed an amendment allowing children to be kept alongside adult offenders in police watchhouses, instead of being transferred to youth detention. The change has drawn criticism for being rushed through Parliament, despite its potential conflict with the state’s Human Rights Act. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain what led to this new law and the controversy surrounding it. Listen to Did Victoria just get the Commonwealth Games cancelled? Credits Hosts: Zara Seidle...
Aug 28, 2023•13 min
Japan has begun releasing treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant into the Pacific Ocean. The UN has signed off on the plan, and Japan insists it’s safe. However, neighbouring countries have expressed concern and China has imposed an import ban on Japanese seafood. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain what’s in this water and what we know about how safe it is to release. Credits Guest: Emma Gillespie, Deputy Editor at TDA Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ni...
Aug 27, 2023•12 min
Every few years the Government shares its predictions about where Australia is headed and what sort of country it thinks we’ll be in the decades ahead. Those projections are released in the form of the Intergenerational Report. In today’s deep dive, we’ll take a closer look at what the report found, and how the Government plans to manage those findings. Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Ninah Kopel Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Pre-order our new book No Silly Question...
Aug 24, 2023•12 min
50 million people are living in slavery around the world. Despite global efforts to end modern slavery, the number of enslaved people has increased by 10 million since 2016. In today’s deep dive, we’ll speak to Grace Forrest from the international human rights group Walk Free about the surprising ways slavery touches your life, and how Australia is working to eradicate it. Credits Guest: Grace Forrest, Founding Director at Walk Free Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Sub...
Aug 23, 2023•13 min
The worst serial killer of children in modern UK history has been sentenced to life in prison without parole. Lucy Letby was a neonatal nurse when she targeted newborns in her care in 2015 and 2016. During this time, Letby’s colleagues claim they held suspicions about her. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explore the investigation that led to Letby’s arrest, what her sentencing means, and what comes next. Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Daily Aus n...
Aug 22, 2023•12 min
Australians spend more money gambling online per person than anywhere else in the world. Now, the Federal Government has launched a new initiative to help change that. BetStop lets Australian exclude themselves from online gambling, but will it work? In the deep dive, we’ll look at what these bans are trying to achieve and whether or not they'll help Australians stop betting. Credits Guest: Carol Bennett, CEO Alliance for Gambling Reform Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kope...
Aug 21, 2023•13 min
You may not have heard of Crawford Lake in Canada… because at first glance, it’s really just a sinkhole. But for those in the know, this little body of water holds the key to understanding humanity’s impact on the planet: from hydrogen bomb tests to the use of fossil fuels. In today’s deep dive, TDA’s deputy editor Emma Gillespie is going to share with us what secrets have been discovered so far and what it all means for humanity. Credits Guest: Emma Gillespie, TDA Deputy Editor Hosts: Zara Seid...
Aug 20, 2023•13 min
School attendance has dropped since the pandemic, and a Senate inquiry says something called ‘school refusal’ could be to blame. Unlike ‘wagging’ school refusal is tied to mental ill-health. In today’s deep dive we’ll look at what’s at the root of school refusal, hear from those impacted by it and speak to someone who’s trying to help kids get back on track. Credits Guest: John Chellew, Director of the School Refusal Clinic Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel School Refus...
Aug 17, 2023•15 min
The NSW Teachers Federation says it has been betrayed by the NSW Government in wage negotiations - and teachers are angry too. One teacher told us this is a “kick in the gut”, while someone else described it as a “slap in the face”. In today’s deep dive we’ll explain what led to these negotiations breaking down, and what the Government is saying in response. Listen to ‘Teachers told us they aren’t coping’ . Credits Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The Dail...
Aug 16, 2023•12 min
Two years ago, back when The Daily Aus was a little company of four people, Penguin approached us and asked if we wanted to write a book. Now, we are super excited to be sharing it with the world. To celebrate, we asked TDA Editor Billi FitzSimons to come ask us all the hard questions about ‘No Silly Questions’. Pre-order our new book No Silly Questions. If that link isn't working in your show notes, click here . Credits Guest: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Hosts: Billi FitzSimons Producer: Nin...
Aug 15, 2023•17 min
The deadliest U.S. wildfires in over a century are burning in Hawai’i. The historic town of Lahaina almost “burnt to the ground” with more loss of life expected as recovery efforts continue on the ground. In today’s deep dive, we discuss what led to this disaster and what its fallout could mean for a pre-existing housing shortage on the island. Listen to “ What the global heatwave means for Australia's summer” . Credits Guest: Sterling Higa, Executive Director, Housing Hawai’i’s Future Hosts: Sa...
Aug 14, 2023•14 min
The Women’s World Cup has broken records and captured the imagination of the country, with the nation well and truly rallying behind the Matildas’ journey. While the past few weeks have proven women’s soccer has firmly cemented itself as a beloved Aussie sporting code, it wasn’t easy getting there. From selling lamingtons to fundraising on street corners, the original World Cup Matildas squad had their work cut out for them. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain how far the Matildas have come and ...
Aug 13, 2023•13 min
A cap limiting how much performers are paid for radio plays is under the spotlight this week. Independent Senator David Pocock is calling for reform on how radio royalties work, with the backing of Aussie pop icon Jack River. In today’s deep dive, we speak to the artist about overturning the royalties cap, why it exists in the first place, and how she’s shaking up the Australian radio industry. Credits Guest: Jack River Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Producer: Ninah Kopel Subscribe to The...
Aug 10, 2023•17 min
