Hack
Hack brings you the stories that matter to young people. Every weekday host Dave Marchese and the triple j Hack team cover the latest news, politics and culture from all around Australia.
Episodes
Should Youth Allowance be scrapped? Greens senator allegations + the state of men
Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave from the Greens party room today, following allegations he made inappropriate comments toward women, which he denies. We get you across it. And, should we scrap Youth Allowance? A new report from Anglicare Australia reckons yes – saying young people shouldn’t get less than the regular Job Seeker Payment. Plus, we’re joined by jo
INTERVIEW: What really goes on inside the 'manosphere'?
What's attracting Aussie guys into the manosphere?It's a question investigative journalist Marc Fennell has set out to answer in his new ABC documentary The State of Man.Marc's journey started in his own home, after his young sons stumbled upon Joe Rogan while watching Minecraft videos on YouTube.In this chat he unpacks his trip around the world, speaking with self-described ince
Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers
Should prisoners be allowed to freeze their eggs? A 'landmark' High Court decision could soon give one Queenslander prisoner the chance after her initial application was rejected.And the NT government has announced it will make pepper spray available to 16 and 17-year-olds as it moves to permanently legalise the weapon for self-defence. We speak to both sides of the debate. Plus
Freedom of religion or discrimination? Plus, the impacts of a live-streamed execution
In Australia today, you can still lose your job for being gay, getting divorced, or getting pregnant. How? Because of exemptions for religious schools that they say are about freedom of religion, not discrimination. But a new bill has been introduced to change those exemptions. We unpack both sides of the discussion. Plus, can Australia stop an execution from being live streamed?
Coming home botched, WA’s ‘mega uni' + Trump’s surprise ceasefire
An estimated 15,000 Aussies head overseas for surgery each year – but some people are stepping off the plane home with botched results and infections. We hear about what changes Aussies are getting done overseas, and what's going wrong. And, three of Western Australia's biggest universities are potentially merging, but not everyone is happy about it. Plus, Trump has called an ‘e
DEEP DIVE: Why politicians can't stop talking about immigration
This week the Coalition dropped it's new migration policy. It's promised to slash the number of international students coming to Australia and put a bigger focus on skilled migrants. So how does this stack up to what Labor and One Nation are proposing? And what would it mean for Australia's economy? On this week's Deep Dive, host Dave Marchese speaks to ABC Finance presenter Alan
THE SHAKEUP: The cost of being single, what next for Christa Pike + AI election ads
Christa Pike is alive, talking, and reportedly ‘angry’, after surviving a botched execution. So what happens now? And, a One Nation electoral ad has gone viral this week – but not only for its content. It’s raised the question, should AI be allowed in political ads? Plus, is the ‘singles tax’ real? Apparently, it’s costing people thousands of dollars a year... Also, would you
Hastie's haters, landmark ruling for NSW coal mine + giving away 10% of your income... forever
What are the risks of cutting back on immigration? Yesterday, the Coalition released its long-awaited migration policy to dramatically cut back on international students in favour of skilled migrants. Today, Liberal MP Andrew Hastie joined hack to respond to criticism about the plan. And, we unpack a landmark High Court decision for a NSW coal mine and fossil fuel emissions. P
INTERVIEW: The 'effective altruist' who gave up his kidney
How far would you go to help people you have never met?Would you commit to giving away a proportion of your income for the rest of your life or even donate a kidney?Hu Pennington has done both in the name of "effective altruism" — a social movement centred around positive impact and charity.In this chat with Dave, Hu explains why he decided to give his kidney to a stranger, and h
Christa Pike survives, the coalition's migration plan + networking out bush
The stories that matter to The Coalition have dropped their new migration policy with promises to slash visa numbers across the board. So what do the experts think? And how does it compare to the Labor and One Nation plans announced earlier this year? Plus, Christa Pike is talking in hospital after surviving a failed execution last week. Pike, 50, has been on death row for 30 yea
OpenAI says sorry, publicly owned supermarkets + is the plague back?
The big tech companies were in the hot seat today, ready to be grilled at a parliamentary inquiry into artificial intelligence. We listened in to find out what they were asked, and what they had to say. And, the Greens want to force Coles and Woolworths to sell off 200 stores so they can be publicly owned - much like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan for his city. Why do this?
DEEP DIVE: The illegal trade targeting Aussie reptiles
Australia's native reptiles are highly sought after overseas, with some fetching hundreds and thousands of dollars.But exporting live native reptiles for commercial purposes is illegal — so criminal networks are finding other ways to get them out of the country.This week, we're looking at the illegal trade in Australian reptiles, and the unlikely group of people getting caught up
THE SHAKEUP: The Cornell case, the rebrands we hated + what happens if you date at work?
The lawsuit alleging a gang rape at Cornell University has sparked a cultural movement that might be the biggest since #MeToo. It's all anyone is talking about right now... but do enough men join the conversation when it really matters? And, how do we create a culture that doesn't enable sexual violence? And, Donald Trump decided AI needed a rebrand this week, and signed an execu
New Greens leader just dropped, mid-flight cockpit attack + Australia’s DV ‘national crisis’
Just 24 hours ago, the Greens got a new leader. David Shoebridge shares what he wants young people to know, how the party will combat its ‘unserious’ reputation, and his promise of a ‘red-hot fight’ against Labor and One Nation. Plus, a plane flying to Tel Aviv dropped more than 15-thousand feet, in less than a minute, with a bloody struggle in the cockpit. We get into what's k
INTERVIEW: 'It never leaves you.' The pain of advocacy after your sister is murdered
Warning: This story contains images and descriptions of an Indigenous person who has died.How do we stop women and children being murdered? It's a question politicians, communities and families have been grappling with for decades.And, it seems we're still looking for the answer. Last month, across 10 hours, three women were allegedly killed by men they knew in separate attacks.P
Contraception myths, Man City found guilty + what's AI at uni costing you?
A recent study found a majority of popular TikToks about birth control weren't posted by medical professionals. So, how do you sift through this so-called 'expert' advice online?And one of the biggest football teams in the world, Manchester City, is currently wrapped up in one of sports' biggest scandals... and they've been found guilty. So how serious is this, and what will happ
Drugs, firearms and... Aussie reptiles? 15-year interest rate high + Beau Lamarre-Condon trial
Internationally the reptile trade is big business – and Aussie reptiles are being pulled into it. We learn how criminal syndicates are smuggling Australian animals out of the country.Also, the Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates to the highest level since 2011. But how does that actually impact young Aussies?Plus, the Beau Lamarre-Condon trial has started. He's accused of the
Politics in the family group chat, Iran's rejected offer + footy underdogs
It’s a typical weeknight at home: you’re sitting at the dinner table, arguing with your parents about politics. Sound familiar? Some research suggests Gen Z is the least likely generation to support One Nation, while support among Gen X and Boomers is strongest. So what’s it like when you and your parents can’t see eye to eye on politics? And we get into Iran’s offer to open the
DEEP DIVE: The AI FIFO worker selling adult content online
Have you ever been unsure if something in your feed was real or AI? Well, you’re not alone – it’s even getting hard for the social media platforms to spot them. We looked into one FIFO influencer, Bindi Raye, who has 85k followers across Instagram and TikTok. She looks like a regular woman sharing her life online – posting pictures of her life at the mine site, at the beach, or a
THE SHAKEUP: Tones & I NRL drama, living at home forever + are you lurking online with a 'finsta'?
How would you feel if your favourite artist didn’t play their biggest hit? Tones and I has pulled out of her headline performance at the upcoming NRL Grand Final, and apparently, it’s because she didn’t want to perform her most popular song. We get into this, plus, if we should even have pre-game entertainment. And, the latest Household, Income and Labour Dynamics in Australia (H
AI agent hacks Medicare + who is still romantic in 2026?
So, an OpenAI agent went rogue and infiltrated Australian Government websites a few months ago – and we only found out today. We unpack what went wrong, why the government didn’t know and what happens next. And, we’re joined by Gumbaynggirr artist and activist Aretha Brown to chat about why she is leaning into joy, why she describes the relationship between artists and some gall
INTERVIEW: The most 'romantic' job in the world
Aretha Brown has been in the public eye since she was 16 years old when a speech she gave at an Invasion Day rally made national headlines.Last year, she became one of the youngest artists ever selected for the National Indigenous Triennial at the National Gallery and her art collective, Kiss My Art, has painted more than 65 murals around the world.Now Aretha is preparing for her
Do you care if your porn is AI? Trump threatens Iran + AFL fans brave the Nullarbor
Have you ever been unsure if something in your feed was real or AI? Well, you’re not alone. We look into a FIFO influencer who has almost 85,000 followers, but she’s actually one of several generative AI accounts pushing their followers to pay-walled AI adult content. And, we hear about US president Donald Trump’s threat towards Iran in his address at the United Nations General A
Are young Aussies condemned to work forever? Boycott against Trump + dating app dangers
The federal government has looked ahead – 40 years ahead, in fact – as they predict what the future of Australia will look like. We unpack the government's latest Intergenerational Report to find out exactly what young people can expect in 2065.And, US President Donald Trump has banned three media outlets from the White House. He has called the outlets "fake news" and now, other
Are we in a DV crisis? Sudan civil war + the impact of fast fashion
It has been a "horrific" weekend of alleged domestic violence incidents in NSW, with three women and a child killed. The Police Commissioner says he can't remember a weekend like this, and the NSW opposition leader says "we need to be doing so much more".And, while the United Nations has called it the world's largest humanitarian crisis, it doesn't make headlines often – the Suda
DEEP DIVE: What Molly's friends wish they knew about domestic violence
Molly Ticehurst was 28 years old when her ex-boyfriend, Daniel Billings, broke into her house and murdered her.Her death sparked outrage right across Australia because Billings was out on bail for domestic violence offences at the time.Two years later, Molly's friends and family are still coming to terms with her death. They're sharing her story in hopes of helping others in a si
THE SHAKEUP: HYROX pooer, Sheeran v Macklemore + that Sydney Sweeney ad
How far would you go to win? Australian athlete Joanna Wietryzk kept competing despite soiling herself during a HYROX event ... and she went on to win. Some respect the hustle, some are furious.And, all of Ed Sheeran's support acts (including his backing band) have ditched his tour in solidarity with Macklemore, who was dropped for voicing his support of Palestine on stage. Is mu
Labor's immigration plan is here + the grief of dementia as a carer
The government has announced its long-awaited shake-up of Australia's immigration policy. So, what is Labor proposing?And watching a loved one with dementia slowly lose their sense of self can be devastating and lonely. We hear from sisters Adelaide and Lucinda, who have a message for other young people in caring roles.Listen now:01:21 - Explaining Labor's immigration plan13:40 -
INTERVIEW: Caring for someone while they forget
What’s it like to watch someone you love slip away?Sisters Adelaide and Lucinda Miller found themselves caring for the woman who looked after them growing up – their nana – as she slowly faded away to dementia.Over 10 years, they watched dementia steal her memories, identity and sense of self.They've made a documentary about their experience, called Nansie, which was released las
Aussie music vs AI battle reignites, buying a house with a heartfelt letter + Enviro Minister explains himself
Leaked documents reveal Labor is considering a proposal to make artists' work available for use by AI companies to train their models by default.So is the government selling artists out to big tech?Plus, we ask Environment Minister Murray Watt why he's abandoning a major recycling scheme.And we hear from a first-home buyer with an unusual entry into the property market: a heartfe
Macklemore silenced? Pauline's immigration plan + banana farmers fuming at Coles
Macklemore has been dropped from Ed Sheeran's US tour after making pro-Palestinian statements on stage. We get into who controls the stadiums.And, One Nation has unveiled its immigration plan, which includes significant cuts to international student numbers. Critics have said this plan could cripple the economy and shut down university campuses. Plus, Coles is ditching local bana
Will AI really end us? Supporting a friend through DV + Sydney Sweeney backlash
Employees and CEOs of some of the world's biggest tech companies are sounding the alarm about AI. Could it really wipe out the human race, as some have warned? And we talk about ways you can support a friend experiencing domestic violence, as we hear the story of Molly Ticehurst, who was murdered by her ex-partner in 2024. Plus, dozens of athletes are speaking out about Sydney Sw
DEEP DIVE: Can the government really get big tech to turn off algorithms?
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a plan to force tech companies to give users the option to opt out of algorithms.The Prime Minister says this will protect people from harm and give users more control over what they see online, but critics argue the ultimate goal is censorship.So would you opt out if you had the choice? And how will this all work?In this week
THE SHAKEUP: Remembering 9/11, the Trump dividend + what is Aussie youth culture?
It's been 25 years since 2997 people died as a result of the 9/11 terror attacks.For lots of young people, it's a moment in time we know happened, but can't remember. So how did this tragedy change the world you grew up in?And, in a week where the Albanese government has been accused of pork-barrelling, US President Donald Trump has also been grabbing headlines after promising to
'Far left' called out by the SA Premier, One Nation cartoon controversy + life as a climate scientist
The South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas joined hack to discuss his warning to Labor and the Coalition of being in a 'race to the bottom' on immigration policy.And, the One Nation cartoon that called Australian war veteran and politician, Andrew Hastie, a 'traitor'.Plus, is time going to run out for humans to solve the climate crisis? Professor Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick joi
INTERVIEW: Is all hope lost? We asked a climate scientist
Should we be freaking out? Last week the United Nations warned the world is on the path to climate catastrophe, and the chance to stop global warming exceeding 1.5 degrees had passed.The news comes after a year of headlines about climate related disasters - from deadly heatwaves in Europe, to calls for climate compensation in Nepal.So why didn't the UN's warning cut through? And
Behind the pork-barrelling accusations, Mexico murder trial + sanctioning Israeli settlements
Has Labor misused public money to win seats? From scrutiny over a $560 million grants program to a golf club controversy, we unpack the pork-barrelling accusations being levelled at the Albanese government. And a trial has begun for three men accused of murdering Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend in Mexico.Plus, Britain, France and Canada will
Should social media algorithms have an off switch + government ditches recycling plan
Would you choose to escape social media algorithms and instead just see content from accounts you follow? Labor has unveiled draft legislation that would force tech giants to let you opt out of algorithms. Plus, the government has quietly broken its promise to reform packaging standards aimed at curbing plastic waste. Listen now: 01:44 - Digital Duty of Care bill explained22:35 -
One Nation's controversial super plan, veteran support capped + the world map gets a makeover
One Nation has a new pitch for superannuation: that Aussies should be able to access their super payments to help pay for the mortgage or rent. But what do experts think?And almost two years since the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide produced 122 recommendations, the government has introduced a $5,000 cap on allied health services for veterans. Plus, why has the
DEEP DIVE: Where did all the apprentices go? We’re about to really need them
Some tradies are anticipating a 'blue collar gold rush'. Big infrastructure projects to build data centres and underground tunnels mean that tradies, particularly electricians, are about to be in high demand.But, what if there aren't enough tradies to build everything we need?In this week's deep dive, we hear about the tradie shortage expected over the next few years and whether
THE SHAKEUP: Prison labour, career minimalism + people are literally saying less??
Prisoners would be put to work fixing Victoria's roads if Labor is re-elected. A good idea, or exploitation?And we unpack why young Australians are turning away from ambition and instead embracing 'career minimalism'.Plus, people are speaking less each year according to a new study. Are we losing the art of conversation? Host Dave Marchese is joined by performer Etcetera Etcetera
Behind the Lindsay Clancy obsession + from a refugee camp to the Socceroos
Some corners of social media are flooded with viral conspiracy theories and support for a US woman accused of murdering her three children. With Lindsay Clancy saying postpartum psychosis led to her actions, we unpack why this case has flamed so much hype and such deep public divisions.And we speak with Awer Mabil, the Socceroos star who was born in a Kenyan refugee camp and now
INTERVIEW: Socceroos star Awer Mabil on that viral bullsh*t moment and how football saved him
Awer Mabil is one of Australia's most recognisable footballers, representing Australia at two World Cups.It's a long way from his childhood in a refugee camp, where he was forced to make footballs out of balloons and plastic bags.Now back in Australia after years living overseas, Awer opens up about his past, what he's looking forward to, and how it feels to live his dreams.In th
Why tradies are dropping out, mistaken identity murder investigation + live music in the country
Australia needs 72,000 more tradies by 2030 to keep up with demand for data centres, renewables and new homes. But with apprentice dropout rates remaining an issue, how will the tradie shortage be solved? And Sydney's gangland wars are leaving innocent people dead, after a string of what police believe to be mistaken identities. Plus, with triple j's One Night Stand just days awa
Behind the historic Tupac verdict, banning strangulation in porn + are school reunions over?
Former gang boss Duane "Keffe D" Davis has been found guilty of orchestrating the murder of Tupac Shakur.And should depictions of strangulation in porn be banned? The government says it's seriously considering the idea, as calls intensify following the death of a 16-year-old Sydney girl.Plus, Teach Us Consent has spent all year pushing for the government to 'fix our feeds' to lim
What it's like searching for survivors in Nepal, One Nation's win + selling dinosaur bones
As rescuers desperately search for survivors after catastrophic floods hit the Nepal-Tibet border region, we speak to an Australian man working to free hundreds of people trapped in tunnels. And One Nation has won the Secret Harbour state by-election in WA. What does this say about the party's chance of success in future elections?Plus, should rich collectors be able to keep dino
DEEP DIVE: Who's really pulling the strings in parliament?
Does there need to be more transparency around lobbying? A Four Corners investigation has revealed dozens of former defence officials, including ministers, high-ranking officers and senior staffers, have jumped from government roles into lucrative lobbying firms or the defence sector.So, do we need to see tougher rules around lobbying? In this week's Deep Dive, we hear from someo
THE SHAKEUP: Meta's $23B addiction settlement, living forever + your unofficial pets
Meta has agreed to pay $23.6 billion to settle social media addiction lawsuits accusing it of contributing to the youth mental health crisis in America. We hear what keeps you addicted and what might help. And would you want to live forever? After our interview with Bryan Johnson, the world's most famous 'biohacker', we're unpacking your thoughts on immortality. Plus, we hear abo
What we know about the Nepal-Tibet floods + the couple chasing immortality
More than a thousand people are missing after deadly flash floods on the Tibet-Nepal border. With dozens of Australians among those unaccounted-for, we bring you the latest on the rescue effort. Plus, controversial millionaire Bryan Johnson and his Australian partner Kate Tolo are intent on living forever. They open up about biohacking their bodies, what they think of their criti
INTERVIEW: Bryan Johnson and Kate Tolo want to live forever
He's either a freak or a pioneer, depending on who you ask.Millionaire "biohacker" Bryan Johnson — the man who wants to live forever.For years he's been making headlines for swapping blood with his teenage son, tracking his erection data, or more recently claiming to have cloned himself.Now his partner Kate, a 30-year-old Australian has kickstarted her own mission to become "the
Dolly Parton’s best moments + the data centre defence
American country music legend Dolly Parton has died, aged 80. We hear about her unique journey in show business and how she has influenced Australians.Plus, it has been predicted that AI data centres could use almost as much power as all the homes in New South Wales and Victoria by 2036. But could renewables be the answer? And will the states and territories sign up to the govern
The lobbyists you don't know about, Ukraine gets new missile tech + the power of a third place
There are growing calls for a crackdown on lobbyists after a Four Corners investigation revealed dozens of political staffers have jumped from government jobs into lucrative lobbying firms.So how does lobbying work and what does this all mean for our democracy?Also, Ukraine now has access to new missile technology after the UK's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham visited Kyiv to mar
Why your rent keeps going up, a 'devastating' bird flu update + is the AI boom a bubble?
Renters earning an average wage are now spending more than half their income on housing in every capital city, according to a new report.So why is rent still going up while house prices cool, and is anything going to change soon?Also, authorities have confirmed a seal in South Australia has died as a result of the H5 bird flu.Plus, is artificial intelligence a bubble? We speak to
DEEP DIVE: We hear from the gambling lobby and anti-gambling advocates
Gambling reform has been on the political agenda for years. Now, after days of negotiations, the government has finally pushed the laws through Parliament.But not everyone's celebrating. Gambling harm advocates say the reforms don't go far enough, while the betting industry reckons it should be trusted to manage risk with its own punters.So, will the new laws actually protect peo
THE SHAKEUP: Sydney Swans scandal, wacky discoveries + is Vine back?
The AFL has been rocked by scandal this week. Five Sydney Swans players have been banned for breaching club standards on drinking and staying out late. And separately, police are investigating a report of sexual assault. Police have not made any arrests or laid charges. And, a British collector has stumbled upon the ‘holy grail’ after he noticed a taxidermy 'fox' for sale was th
Outrage as IDF clears soldiers over Zomi Frankcom killing + Bugs reflect on death, music and friendship
The Israel Defense Forces has cleared its personnel of any criminal wrongdoing in the 2024 strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza, where Australian Zomi Frankcom was killed. And Brisbane band Bugs is coming to terms with the news that bassist Jordan Brunoli has just months left to live, after being diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer. They open up about what scares
INTERVIEW: Bugs' Jordan Brunoli on being told he has months to live
Almost a year since Jordan Brunoli sat down with hack to talk through his stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis, the Bugs bassist returns with an updated prognosis.Jordan was told in June he has just months to live.In this extended chat with Dave, Jordan unpacks what it felt like being handed the bad news and the reality of living life like there's no tomorrow.He's also joined by B
Gambling reforms "like putting Dracula in charge of a blood bank" + finding God and gains
What happens when the gym becomes a place of worship? We meet the young guys in Melbourne who're coming together to lift weights and pray. Plus, legislation aimed at stopping gambling harm is set to pass Parliament this week. But is it strong enough?If this episode raised issues for you or anyone you know help is available. Call the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858.List
Sydney Swans allegations, the 'widox tax' deal for NDIS cuts + what's your secret?
Police are continuing to investigate an alleged sexual assault linked to Sydney Swans players. We unpack the club's response and what happens now. And controversial cuts to the NDIS are set to pass parliament after the government struck a deal with the Coalition. Plus, we head inside an art gallery that's collecting your deepest, darkest secrets. Why?Listen:01:16 - Sydney Swans i
Will this gun buyback make Australia safer? Sexual violence on public transport + Spotify's AI plan
New South Wales' decision to become the first state to sign up to the federal government's gun buyback scheme, announced after last year's Bondi Beach terror attack, has divided the community. We hear why some groups are relieved, and why some are calling it a "joke".And sexual violence can be a common experience for women on public transport, but experts are worried it is largel
DEEP DIVE: Why some men are intimidated by successful women
Are men attracted to or intimidated by ambitious women? Some women feel like they're being penalised when it comes to dating because of their career success, study accomplishments, or property goals.Dee Salmin asked the Hook Up audience and heaps of listeners said they feel like a lot of men are attracted to the idea of ambition, but in reality, are put off by it. So, what’s goin
THE SHAKEUP: Melon gate, Sussan Ley's road to nowhere + looking hot at work
Anthony Albanese's "joke" about receiving crown melons from Japan's Prime Minister has landed him in hot water. Was it problematic, or overblown? And, from leading the federal opposition to being "invisible" on a bus tour through the US, we unpack Sussan Ley's post-politics holiday. Plus, how much housework do you do? Are you ready to elevate your situationship to 'partner' statu
High schoolers protest Hanson + searching for answers after a sudden death
Students around the country have walked out of school and university to protest the rise of One Nation and its leader Pauline Hanson. We hear from the protesters and what Pauline thought about the nationwide events. Plus, sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death among young people. One mum opens up about her search for answers after the death of her son.Listen now: 01:56
INTERVIEW: Xavier died in a half marathon. His family is still looking for answers
Xavier was a happy, popular 20-year-old when he took a trip to Melbourne for a half marathon.It ended in heartbreak.In front of his family, Xavier suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and died.About three young Australians die every week in Australia from sudden cardiac arrest but sometimes there's no warning.In this chat, Dave speaks with Xavier's mum Alison, who is pleading with po
Slashing rules for new builds, hiding rapists' identities + bird flu can't be contained
Is red tape what's holding Australia back from building the houses it needs? The Coalition thinks so, pledging to demolish the country's building code, squeezing more than 2,000 pages into just 80. Will it get more people into homes? Dave questions Andrew Bragg on the Coalition's pitch, and we hear from construction workers.Plus, Victoria has announced plans to ban suppression or
Is success the reason you’re single? Reef recovery + Colombia’s earthquake
Whether it’s career goals, study accomplishments, or property ownership - some women say big aspirations are a challenge when dating. We find out why.Plus, a new report shows some parts of the Great Barrier Reef are showing signs of recovery. And, we bring you the latest from Colombia where an earthquake has killed over a hundred people. Listen now:01:10 - Colombia's earthquake05
Census conspiracy theories, AFL's secret concussion contract + creepy AI agents
The Geelong Cats are copping heat over a secret contract for a player with a history of concussion. Was it a fair move by the club, or were they dodging accountability? Plus, an AI assistant has hacked a gym website in what's being described as Australia's first known autonomous cyber attack. So, are the robots finally taking over? And, tomorrow is Census night - here's what you
DEEP DIVE: Is privacy dead? The "pervert glasses" go mainstream
Have camera glasses officially entered the mainstream? A Kmart dupe of the Meta glasses sold out across Australia this week, and they’ve been dubbed "pervert glasses" because they allow wearers to discreetly record videos and take photos. So, will we see more instances of people being unknowingly recorded in public? And if we know there's significant potential for misuse of this
THE SHAKEUP: "F*** my job is boring", the enshittification of flying + drug claims in gambling
Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton has admitted to sending a text that said "f*** my job is boring" during a budget estimates hearing last week. We talk about texts that reached unwanted eyes.Plus, Jetstar travellers will soon have to pay extra for carry-on - is that fair or are we one step away from paying for a window seat? And, could the government be about to dump its propo
The SpaceX moon crash + she can’t leave, but she can’t stay - Yasmin’s life in limbo
A SpaceX rocket part is believed to have crashed into the moon at high speed, with the impact potentially visible from Earth. So, who's responsible for this junk? And do we need to clean up space? Plus, we sit down with "Yasmin" to hear about what it was like growing up in immigration detention on the island of Nauru and how she lives in fear of being deported. Listen now:01:17 -
INTERVIEW: What it's like growing up in immigration detention
"Yasmin" could be any other young Australian, trying to build a life in her twenties.She finished high school here, has a bunch of Australian friends and family and pays taxes.But "Yasmin" has been told she can never be Australian because she arrived on a people smuggling boat as a child.She is one of hundreds in Australia who have been in limbo for more than a decade with no per
"Australia's largest drug dealer", the camera glasses that won’t quit + are movies so back?
Unregulated peptides are everywhere right now, with young people using them to lose weight and even build muscle. We hear from someone who says they lost their brother to injection addiction.And, would you wear "pervert glasses"? A dupe has just hit the shelves and some privacy experts are warning about people being filmed without consent. Plus, one of Australia's biggest names i
Gambling companies hit back, food label fraud + Ariana Grande under scrutiny
Gambling companies have strongly refuted yesterday's explosive allegations that gamblers were given inducements of sex workers and illegal drugs. We dig into what happened on the final day of the Senate inquiry into gambling reforms. Plus, can you trust what's written on the labels of the food you buy? A massive investigation has uncovered how Aussie consumers are being duped. An
Ex-NRL player says gambling companies offered him drugs, fuel prices rise + are the Comm Games relevant?
Today, former NRL player and BookTok star Luke Bateman gave explosive evidence at the Senate inquiry into the federal government's legislation to restrict gambling ads in Canberra. He chats with Dave about the role of inducements in his addiction.Plus, the government's fuel excise tax is back, and prices are already on the rise. And, Australia cleaned up at the Commonwealth Games
DEEP DIVE: The 'confusion and isolation' of pregnancy loss
For the first time Australia's got official data on pregnancy loss and it's more common than you might think.The figures reveal one in three women who gave birth in 2022 had experienced a miscarriage or stillbirth.So what's it like navigating this kind of grief?In this deep dive you'll hear from young women who've been through pregnancy loss, as well as an expert who has advice i
THE SHAKEUP: Stealing from work, pollies getting gifts + is FIFA selling the World Cup?
A Hobart councillor has landed herself in hot water admitting to taking snacks from work over several years. So is it ok to take stuff from your work?Plus, political gifts are back in the spotlight after One Nation leader Pauline Hanson admitted Gina Rinehart paid for parts of her European holiday.The Prime Minister is also facing criticism after attending a private dinner hosted
The content creator gunning for Albo's seat + an alt medicine rabbit hole
Media commentator Hannah Ferguson has announced she's going after the Prime Minister's seat at the next election. But does she actually stand a chance? And how would you feel seeing a content creator on the ballot? Plus, author Hannah McElhinney sits down with Dave to talk about how her cousin was sucked into an internet "wormhole" of alternative medicine before she died seeking
INTERVIEW: Bleach in smoothies and coffee enemas - how Hannah's cousin was sucked into a "wormhole"
When Hannah learnt her cousin Lauren died overseas, she was shocked.Lauren didn't tell anyone in her family she was going on a trip, they only learnt she was in trouble via a message from a stranger.Lauren had gone to Malaysia for an alternative therapy, and something had gone wrong.Hannah spent years investigating Lauren's death, falling into the same social media spiral that ha
Is pregnancy loss unique for young people? European wildfires + Aussie winners
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