Terminator: dual Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus

Gladys Berejiklian stunned the people of NSW on October 1st by announcing her resignation. The state’s Independent Commission Against Corruption had announced it was investigating Ms Berejiklian over grants provided to her then-boyfriend Daryl Maguire’s electorate. After two days of astounding testimony Ms Berejiklian will move to the next phase of her life. The Australian’s NSW parliamentary reporter Yoni Bashan has covered the 11 days of ICAC hearings. He details the untruths, surprises, twists and turns in a remarkable story. Gladys Berejiklian led NSW through the Covid crisis and just as life was returning to normal, she stood aside amid accusations of pork-barrelling and hiding a relationship which may cast a shadow over her legacy as Premier. TODAY'S HEADLINES World leaders commit to curb deforestation Australia leads new initiative to address island climate change At least 25 killed in Kabul hospital attack Musk billions could fight global hunger Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Nov 202123min

In today’s Briefing, we’ll learn just how much better life could be if we properly understood loneliness... because it’s connected to so many things that go wrong in our lives, like drug addiction, violence, crime Dr Michelle Lim from Swinburne University is chair of Ending Loneliness Together - a national network of organisations working through collaborative action, research & policy to address loneliness in Australia. Lockdown has ended….the community is opening up. But what if I’m still in personal lockdown? How do I know if I’m lonely? Loneliness - what it feels like, how difficult it is to identify, and the remedies to alleviate its impact on our daily lives. TODAY'S HEADLINES PM Scott Morrison addresses COP26 in Glasgow Morrison concedes scrapping sub deal damaged relationship with France Gladys Berejiklian finishes giving evidence at ICAC hearing Norwegian bikini rule scrapped 10,000 expected at Flemington for the Melbourne Cup Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 Nov 202123min

When Damien Cave brought his young family to Sydney to set up the New York Times’ Australian Bureau, they encountered the local pursuits of Nippers and surfing – and a completely different approach to risk that changed the way they lived their lives.Damien is the New York Times’ Australian correspondent. He has always been fascinated by risk. Having covered the war in Iraq and moved to Mexico City with two babies in nappies, he and his wife Diana thought they understood something about the subject. Then they arrived in Australia...... TODAY'S HEADLINES World leaders agree to carbon neutrality by ‘around mid-century’ Singapore tourists next step in reopening Gladys Berejilklian to return to ICAC today Rapid Antigen Tests available from today Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31 Okt 202120min

Steph Claire Smith isn’t your average model turned fitness influencer. Boasting over one million followers on social media, the 27-year-old uses her platform to champion how healthy doesn't need to be hard, which inspired the business empire she co-founded with her best friend Laura Henshaw, Keep It Cleaner. She's also navigating becoming a new mum through the pandemic, showing the raw and realistic sides of the journey with her followers as she embraces imperfections and celebrates flaws. Jamila Rizvi sits down with Steph to talk about her business ventures, motherhood, the trappings of the modelling and fitness industries and the pressures they put on young women. THE WEEKEND LIST with Tait McGregor: Watch: Hacks (Stan) Watch: The Great Kiwi Bake Off (Apple TV) Listen: Essential Vinyl with Ed Sheeran (LiSTNR) Cook: Chunky chocolate chip peanut butter cookies (Keep It Cleaner) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Okt 202129min

What’s behind the stoush between Australian comedian Hannah Gadsby and the US superstar Dave Chapelle? It’s all about Chappelle’s Netflix comedy special, The Closer. Netflix has stood by its decision to air The Closer despite Chappelle slurring members of the LGBTIQ community – particularly the trans community. Its CEO Ted Sarandos said that content on-screen doesn’t directly translate to real-world harm, and he also named the other shows they produced that promote inclusivity and diversity including... Sex Education, Orange Is the New Black AND Aussie comedian Hannah Gadsby – Gadsby struck back with a vengeance. She didn’t like being used by Netflix to justify The Closer. We’re joined by Variety’s senior entertainment and media writer, Matt Donnelly who secured an interview with Sarandos where he conceded he “screwed up” in managing Netflix staffs’ concerns about the special. But he won’t be binning it. This is a fascinating story about big media, comedy in 2021….. and how the actions of one of the planet’s biggest corporate players has two the world’s biggest comedians, facing off. TODAY'S HEADLINES PM to touch down in Rome as Canberra net zero ructions continue Proposed voter ID laws labelled “racist” Berejiklian to face ICAC after day of bombshell evidence Covid restrictions ease again in Victoria Australia Post boosting staff, facilities ahead of Christmas rush Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

28 Okt 202122min

The film industry was in shock last week when a director of photography was shot dead on the set of a movie in New Mexico. The shot was fired by Hollywood legend Alec Baldwin. On today’s Briefing we ask the question everyone wants answered – how could such a thing happen? Marc Malkin is senior editor at Variety and host of the 'Just for Variety' podcast. Marc talks about Baldwin’s future….and explains what the fallout will be from the incident. We’re also joined by John Bowring, an Australian armourer and gunsmith who has worked on thousands of film sets. John explains HOW the accident occurred and why it will happen again. On today’s Briefing…we go behind the scenes of the Alec Baldwin shooting in New Mexico. TODAY'S HEADLINES Booster doses look set to be to be available to all Australians after Pfizer approval US offers to let Assange serve time in Australian prison MP with Premier’s “ear” to face ICAC today Rift over tennis tournament jabs widens as Andrews doubles down US police providing update on Rust set shooting Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 Okt 202122min

The world’s media is comparing the saga surrounding yesterday’s marriage of Japan’s Princess Mako and commoner Kei Komuro to the Harry & Meghan story. Japanese tabloids have long been obsessed with the country’s royals, but the fact this latest scandal is gathering international attention suggests growing interest in the family. Dr Tom Baudinette is an expert in Japanese culture and senior lecturer at Macquarie University. In this intriguing episode of the Briefing, Dr Baudinette explains the key source of controversy in the whole saga is whether Komuro is a worthy husband for a royal. He explains why the wedding is dividing the Japanese people. TODAY'S HEADLINES Government bets on tech in 2050 net zero roadmap SA announces Christmas opening as WA threatens to crack-down on travel More revelations at NSW ICAC hearings over Berejiklian's relationship Crown get another chance with licence despite ‘disgraceful’ conduct South African player withdraws from T20 tournament over anti-racism order Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Okt 202121min

The world is facing a shortage of vital semiconductor microchips. You might not be able to find the tech gift you were planning on buying for your family this Christmas. Tech author, Futurist and host of LiSTNR’s The Next Billion Seconds podcast Mark Pesce, tells us the problem will get a lot worse before it gets better. It’s going to affect just about every industry in the economy – including tech, cars, health and communications. How will affect ordinary Australians? And will the microchip shortage ruin Christmas? TODAY'S HEADLINES Government to review net zero impact on regions but stays silent on negotiations Berejiklian should have revealed relationship, says Barilaro Confusion over tennis vaccine stance following email leak UK government resists calls for Covid ‘Plan B’ World leaders condemn Sudan coup Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Okt 202121min