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On today’s episode of the Briefing …what about the children... do we really understand the impact of covid and lockdowns on children under 12. Counselling services such as Kids Helpline say they’re hearing more from children during the pandemic - and primary school teachers are warning that kids might struggle as stages like NSW and Victoria open up and kids head back to the classroom We’re joined by the National Children’s Commissioner, Anne Hollonds and our very own audio producer, Cuzz whose children are nervous about heading back out into the post-pandemic world. Cuzz's daughter Emily joins us to tell us what’s she’s feeling….and Briefing listener Naomi explains what it’s been like for her seven-year-old. So, in this briefing... have we left the kids behind... Todays Headlines Queen Elizabeth misses Remembrance Day with back injury QLD border rules to ease after 70% target reached Fans await Britany’s next move after court win Australia wins the T20 World Cup Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Nov 202120min

Yumi Stynes is best known as the host of the award-winning podcast and new book Ladies We Need to Talk, where she dives headfirst into the tricky topics women often avoid talking about. Yumi invites her guests to share embarrassing and taboo aspects of their lives, and through that sharing to feel better. In this conversation with Jamila Rizvi, Yumi speaks candidly and courageously about everything from her troubled relationship with alcohol, to growing up as a mixed race kid to her very fresh separation from the father of her two youngest children. THE WEEKEND LIST with Brooke Boney: Watch: Marvel Studios’ Eternals Watch: Vigil (Binge) Read: Monocle magazine Podcast: The Secret Life of Carers episode with Meredith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Nov 202131min

Why is everyone being bombarded with scam texts? We’ve all received a message about a parcel, or a tax bill, a Nigerian prince, or Australian Border Force. So, what’s with the explosion of phone-based scams?Ian from Clayfield in Brisbane received the DHL text and ended up losing $126 – and even worse, the scammers accessed his credit cards. Others have lost thousands of dollars. Delia Rickard is Deputy Chair of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission. The ACCC has launched ScamWatch to advise us how to protect ourselves and our bank accounts. It’s Scam Awareness Week. In this Briefing, why are we being bombarded with scam texts, and what you should do to protect yourself. Todays Headlines Elon Musk confirms Tesla share sale QLD Premier flags possible restrictions after Gold Coast cases Victoria next in line for flooding after rain hits NSW Dylan Alcott hints at political run US and China come together in final days of COP26 Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Nov 202119min

'Let’s Go Brandon’ is being called the biggest political meme of the last decade. The crowd at a NASCAR race in Alabama was chanting “F**k Joe Biden”. An NBC reporter, during an interview with the race winner Brandon Brown, heard what the crowd was saying and told viewers – and Brandon – they were saying “Let’s Go Brandon” It’s blown up in the US – and it coincides with a steep decline in Joe Biden’s popularity ratings. The Australian newspaper’s US correspondent Adam Creighton joins us to explain why. Adam calls the meme “a catch all for pent up anger about the Biden presidency” Is mainstream media running cover for Joe Biden. And what does the fallout from the meme tell us about the left and right of the political spectrum? Todays Headlines COP26 draft calls for plans to cut 2030 emissions by next year Alleged drug smuggler arrested in dramatic border operation Eastern states warned to prepare for severe rain and flooding Former PM says Australia shouldn’t intervene in Taiwan conflict Socceroos to play at home for the first time in two years Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Nov 202119min

Eight people were killed at Travis Scott’s Astroworld music festival in the US state of Texas last Friday. Scott’s history leaves you wondering if he could or should have done more to prevent the tragedy. There is also a criminal investigation happening. The investigation follows reports the local police chief visited Scott in his dressing room before the concert warning him trouble was brewing. Joey Guerra is a music journalist with the Houston Chronicle who was at the gig; and Randy Sorrels is a Houston lawyer who says lawsuits are already being filed by victims and people in the audience. Where to now for Travis Scott? And what is it about his music and his gigs that bring back the moshing and intensity that used to come from genres like punk? Todays Headlines CPM to unveil $1bn technology fund after defending EV u-turn Australia ranked last on policy in international climate report QLD to put limits on unvaxxed as ACT prepares to relax restrictions China conducts Taiwan patrol following US visit Tennis champion Dylan Alcott announces retirement Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Nov 202122min

We love doing episodes suggested by our listeners! Mel wrote to ask us to track down Sister Helen Prejean….a Catholic nun who has spent her life campaigning to scrap the death penalty. Sister Helen’s the nun from the Hollywood film, Dead Man Walking. It took us four months, but we finally had a chance to sit down to talk with this remarkable woman. Sister Helen tells us why she took up her life-long campaign…..and why she believes President Joe Biden might just be the man to stop the death sentence, once and for all. You’re going to love our chat with Sister Helen Prejean. Todays Headlines Commonwealth Future Fuels plan to provide EV charging stations, boost grid Obama warns of Pacific future at COP26 Perth nurse charged over alleged vaccine fraud Darwin remains on alert over super spreader fears Astroworld attendee sues Scott for $1 million Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Nov 202119min

The nation breathed a collective sigh of relief last Wednesday when four-year-old Cleo Smith was found alive and well. Detectives arrive in Carnarvon today to begin the lengthy investigation into exactly what occurred in the 18 days she was missing. We’re joined by Seven’s Ben Downie, who has covered the case since day one; and Dr Celine Van Golde, a psychologist from Sydney University who focuses on the reliability of eyewitness memory in children and adults. How will police proceed with the delicate task of interviewing Cleo Smith, now the investigation moves to the next phase? Todays Headlines Pfizer boosters available to all adults from today Wife of missing WA shark victim speaks out as search called off More freedoms for NSW as anti-vax protests condemned Covid “lockout” to last in NT until tonight following weekend outbreak Police open criminal investigation into Houston concert deaths Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Nov 202116min

You might know Deni Todorovic from their instagram page stylebydeni, where they regularly don fun and playful outfits including colourful evening gowns and tutus. Deni has styled just about every Australian celebrity you can think of, from Delta Goodrem to Samantha Jade. In this chat Deni joins Jamila Rizvi to discuss what it was like growing up without the words to describe their gender identity, why we all need to break out of our limited binary fashion choices, and how they’ve come to understand what it means to be a religious and spiritual queer person. THE WEEKEND LIST: Watch: Morning Wars (Apple TV) Read: Love & Virtue by Diana Reid Read: Consumed by Aja Barber Podcast: Brooke and Linda’s Dream Club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Nov 202135min