Iran and Israel have long been adversaries, with tensions between the two Middle Eastern countries developing over decades. However, this month marks the first time either country has launched a direct attack on the other. In today's deep dive, we’re going to look at why direct conflict between these two nations is so significant, the context of geopolitical tension and why the global community is calling for immediate de-escalation. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline...
Apr 21, 2024•14 min
It’s been a week of really heavy news so for today’s episode of the podcast, we thought we’d bring you a round up of some of the uplifting stories from the week. From the arts, to sport and scientific innovation, we’ve got a wrap in today’s deep dive to take you into the weekend feeling a bit better about the state of the world. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Subscribe to The Daily ...
Apr 18, 2024•14 min
This week, Donald Trump has become the first U.S. President to face a criminal trial. It relates to the alleged cover-up of payments used to silence adult film star Stormy Daniels in the lead-up to the 2016 presidential election. In today's podcast, we speak to Planet America host Chas Licciardello about what the trial means, why it's important, and what happens next for the presidential hopeful. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Harry Sekulich Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for th...
Apr 17, 2024•19 min
Just two days after the traumatic events of Saturday’s mass stabbing in Bondi Junction, another major event unfolded in Sydney on Monday night, when a Bishop was stabbed in a church in the city’s west. Yesterday, NSW Police declared the event a terrorist act. On today’s podcast, we’re going to look at what happened, what actually constitutes an act of terrorism, and some steps for how to handle such a difficult period in the news. Help is always available. Lifeline: 13 11 14 Hosts: Zara Seidler ...
Apr 16, 2024•15 min
Yesterday, Justice Michael Lee handed down his judgement in the defamation case Bruce Lehrmann brought against journalist Lisa Wilkinson and Network Ten, finding that it was more likely than not Lehrmann raped fellow Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins in 2019 and therefore wasn’t defamed. In today's podcast, we'll explain the outcome of the civil case and what it means. Remember you can always call 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterso...
Apr 15, 2024•19 min
Over the weekend, Australia was rocked by the killing of at least six people at the Bondi Junction Westfield shopping centre in Sydney’s east. At the time of recording, there are a number of victims who remain in a critical condition, and it’s possible the death toll could rise further. On today’s podcast, we’ll update you on what happened, how the community has responded, and the questions that remain. Help is always available. Lifeline: 13 11 14 Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Audio prod...
Apr 14, 2024•17 min
Play our game Picture This In the age of fast fashion and on-demand expectations of clothing, a new trend is emerging: renting. More and more people are looking to borrow clothes or rent their own clothes out, both for sustainability and financial reasons. Today on the podcast, we speak to Dr Lisa Lake, Director of UTS’ Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion & Textiles, about the way her team is working to track the environmental impact of borrowing and renting clothes. Hosts: Zara Seid...
Apr 11, 2024•18 min
A transgender woman is suing a social media app for discrimination in the Federal Court. Roxanne Tickle launched legal action against 'Giggle for Girls' after she was removed from the app in 2021, and claims she was discriminated against unfairly because of her gender. The creator of the app denies any wrongdoing, and has repeatedly denied that Tickle is female. Today on the podcast we’ll deep dive into the details of this case, and explain why it's so important. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara S...
Apr 10, 2024•13 min
National arts council Creative Australia has handed down a landmark report into the state of Australia’s music festivals – and it's not good news. Over a third of Australian music festivals lost money last year, with the cost of putting on a festival rapidly increasing. Today on the podcast we speak to the Managing Director of the Australian Festival Association, Mitch Wilson, to unpack the findings. Listen to our episode Why young people can’t go out after 6pm in Alice Springs Hosts: Sam Koslow...
Apr 09, 2024•16 min
Over the weekend, a Boeing plane turned around after an engine cover fell off during takeoff from the U.S. city of Denver. It’s just the latest in a string of recent incidents involving Boeing aircraft. In a memo to employees last month, outgoing CEO Dave Calhoun said “the eyes of the world are on us”. Today on the podcast, we'll explain exactly what has happened to Boeing planes lately, and why it's got the world talking. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson D...
Apr 08, 2024•13 min
In July 2012, 18-year-old Thomas Kelly was coward punched by Kieran Loveridge during a random attack in Sydney’s once-popular nightlife district of Kings Cross. The incident was part of a spate of violence in the area and led the NSW Government to introduce the city’s now-defunct lockout laws. Last week, Kieran Loveridge was granted parole towards the end of his 13-year sentence. On today’s podcast, we’ll look at the original incident that changed Sydney forever, the lockout laws, and where we’r...
Apr 07, 2024•15 min
Play 'Picture This' here New laws aimed at protecting people against hate crimes have been introduced in Scotland this week, but they’ve attracted some criticism both locally and across the world. Today on the podcast, we break down exactly what the law entails, and why people like Elon Musk and JK Rowling have been vocally opposing it. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Subscribe to Th...
Apr 04, 2024•14 min
Bruce Lehrmann’s defamation lawsuit against Network Ten journalist Lisa Wilkinson is back in the news this week. The final judgment of the case was due to be handed down today. However, the judge has now agreed to re-open the trial, at the request of Network Ten, due to new evidence. Today on the podcast, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about the new developments in the case. Note: TDA’s editor-in-chief is Billi FitzSimons, Lisa Wilkinson’s daughter. Billi had no editorial oversight o...
Apr 03, 2024•14 min
This week, the Federal Government released a draft strategy aimed at improving the lives of Australians with Autism. It comes after a 2022 inquiry found that outcomes for Autistic people in Australia were “unacceptably poor”. So what does the strategy recommend, and how could it improve the lives of hundreds of thousands of Australians? In today's podcast, we speak to the CEO of Autism Awareness Australia to find out more. You can read the Draft National Autism Strategy here . You'll find the go...
Apr 02, 2024•16 min
Young people in Alice Springs are currently under a curfew, meaning they can't be outside between 6pm and 6am. The Northern Territory Government made the announcement in an effort to curb youth crime in the area. It is a move that has garnered worldwide media attention with the likes of CNN and The New York Times all covering this story. But what is the community saying? And does this deal with the root of the issue? We explain what is happening in today's deep dive. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and ...
Apr 01, 2024•14 min
Beyonce's new album ‘Cowboy Carter’ drops today, but not everyone is excited as we are. In today’s deep dive, we break down Beyonce's foray into country music, why it's angered some country fans and conservatives, and the complicated history of country music in the U.S. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma Gillespie Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Buy our book No Silly Questions Today’s epis...
Mar 28, 2024•19 min
This week, allegations were levelled against the AFL over recreational drug use being covered up by club doctors, and players being told to fake physical injuries in order to avoid game day drug testing. This is a story that has the potential to rock the sport, so we deep dive into everything we know so far today on the podcast. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Subscribe to The Da...
Mar 27, 2024•17 min
Russia has just experienced its deadliest domestic terror attack in 20 years, when four gunmen stormed a concert hall in Moscow and killed at least 137 people, with at least 140 others injured. Now, as the four gunmen face trial, questions are being asked about the failure of Russian intelligence to foreshadow the attack - all despite some very explicit warnings from U.S. intelligence services only a few weeks ago. Today on the podcast, we’ll explain what happened, what the world knew, and how R...
Mar 26, 2024•15 min
Anj Sharma is a 19-year-old university student. She’s also an activist trying to change the laws of the country. Sharma wants to make it a legal obligation for the Australian Government to consider its duty of care to future generations when making decisions about the environment. Sharma is working with Independent Senator David Pocock to get their duty of care bill through government. This week, the Senate is considering the merits of the bill. In today's deep dive, TDA talks to Sharma about th...
Mar 25, 2024•18 min
An independent legal body has advised the Federal Government on how to better protect LGBT+ staff and students at religious schools. The Government asked the Australian Law Reform Commission to review federal anti-discrimination laws in light of a years-long debate about religious freedoms. In today's podcast, we unpack the recommendations made to the Government. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Audio producer: Joe Kiely Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our s...
Mar 24, 2024•14 min
Banksy is in the news this week after he unveiled his latest artwork in North London. You may have seen it – it was green paint sprayed on a wall behind a tree to give the appearance of leaves, with a person holding a sprayer next to it. But what is perhaps most interesting about Banksy is that he has remained anonymous throughout his career. So how has he done it? On today’s episode, we interview Professor Alison Young from the University of Melbourne, who has researched graffiti and street art...
Mar 21, 2024•14 min
Yesterday, Queensland announced the country’s first permanent pill testing service will begin at a music festival next week. It comes just over a year after the state first announced it would move to allow for pill testing. Pill testing is a highly contentious issue, but with two jurisdictions now allowing it, what can we expect to see from the rest of the country? Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts vi...
Mar 20, 2024•11 min
This week, the taxi industry reached a landmark settlement with Uber. The ride-sharing giant has agreed to pay $272 million in compensation after a five year legal battle with taxi and hire car operators. In today's podcast, we unpack the case against Uber and what it means for them. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Buy our book No Silly Questio...
Mar 19, 2024•17 min
Over the weekend, First Nations people in South Australia determined the composition of Australia’s first-ever Indigenous Voice to Parliament advisory body. The Voice will be a group of First Nations representatives advising the South Australian Government on matters of importance to their communities. This is a big moment for the country - so we’re going to unpack how the South Australian Voice works, how it came to be, and what influence it might have. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski...
Mar 18, 2024•13 min
We’ve heard time and time again how important climate change is to our audience. So, we decided to interview the Climate Change Minister, Chris Bowen, about what the Australian Government is doing to accelerate action. Plus, we talked about the exact timeline for when the Government expects young people to be able to afford an electric vehicle. Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Sam Koslowski Guest: Chris Bowen, Climate Change Minister Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podc...
Mar 17, 2024•18 min
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill that would force TikTok’s Chinese parent company to sell it or face being banned in the country. The bill still needs to pass a few more steps before it can become a law. So what does this all mean? And could it happen in Australia? Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Emma Gillespie Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our survey! Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter Buy our book No Silly Ques...
Mar 14, 2024•18 min
Australians are using more cocaine, methamphetamine, and MDMA than last year. How do we know this? It’s according to new sewage analysis by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission, who have been testing Aussie wastewater since 2016. Today on the podcast, we speak to Shane Neilson, CIC's Acting National Manager of Data Analytics, about what else this data tells us about Australians' drug consumption. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Guest: Shane Nielson, Criminal Intelligence Commiss...
Mar 13, 2024•13 min
Supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths have been accused of anti-competitive practices and unfair prices against a backdrop of record profits. Concerns of price-gouging have escalated into multiple formal investigations, including a Senate Inquiry. So what exactly are the supermarkets accused of, what are the inquiries trying to achieve, and will any of it actually lead to cheaper groceries? Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the po...
Mar 12, 2024•19 min
Last weekend, a major music festival in Victoria was cancelled due to severe weather warnings, but it's not the first time this has happened. There have been around 45 Aussie music festivals that have been partially or fully cancelled due to weather impacts since 2015. So, with temperatures soaring and climate change an increasing concern, what does the future of festivals look like in Australia? Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Zara Seidler Guest: Berish Bilander, CEO of Green Music Australia Audio pr...
Mar 11, 2024•17 min
This week, a 22-year-old man named Patrick Orren Stephenson was arrested for the murder of Ballarat woman Samantha Murphy. We now know his name, but his identity was initially kept secret under a suppression order. Today on the podcast, we delve into exactly what a suppression orders is, as well as what we know about the alleged murder of Samantha Murphy. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do you have feedback for the podcast? Share your thoughts via our surv...
Mar 10, 2024•13 min
