The $1bn loophole funding nose jobs, tummy tucks + Did we help bomb Iran?
Tuesday Headlines: Iran's targeting the US largest military base in the middle east in Qatar, a Queensland mother accused of torturing her one-year-old for social media fame has had her case delayed, Aussies are spending big on 'extravagant and unnecessary medical procedures', Australia’s eSafety commissioner is urging the government to include YouTube in our world-first social media ban, and the final season of Netflix’s most successful series ever set to launch this week. Deep Dive: Deep in the middle of Australia sits the so-called “jewel in the crown” of our military alliance with the US: Pine Gap. The top secret joint defence facility is well positioned for powerful spying on the Middle East. But our Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will not say if it was used by the US in its “Operation Midnight Hammer” strikes on nuclear sites in Iran at the weekend - nor whether Australian authorities were given advance notice of the attack. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling speaks with Greens Senator David Shoebridge about whether we're being dragged into a war and why Pine Gap is so valuable to the US but kept secret from the Australian public. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Juni 22min
Jury lockdown explained: Two-minute mushroom trial recap
Erin Patterson has been charged with the murders of three relatives and the attempted murder of another; after allegedly serving up a beef Wellington dish laced with poisonous death cap mushrooms at a lunch at her home in 2023. She’s pled not guilty to all charges. In this special series of The Briefing, Holly Mitchell unpacks the trial in under two minutes. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Juni 1min
Iran threatens terror attacks + AC/DC reveals Australian tour
Deep dive: So, what happens next after the US attacked Iran? The US says its “Operation Midnight Hammer” was about destroying Tehran’s nuclear facilities, but other experts say it’s only set to escalate an already dangerous Middle East war. Iran has now reportedly threatened the US with terrorist attacks while our PM has appealed for diplomacy, dialogue and de-escalation. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Foreign Affairs Expert David Wroe who unpacks the latest developments and what it means for the world nervously watching. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Juni 19min
Aus evacuations axed after US strikes + The big brands gaslighting you
Monday Headlines: Planned evacuations of Australians trapped in the Middle East have been cancelled following the US’s strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, a manhunt is underway in NSW for a teenage driver who fled the scene of a deadly crash, a taste of spring is on the way after colder-than Antarctic weather, and a Queensland cat has survived a full 55-minute cycle inside a washing machine. Deep Dive: The end of financial year is almost here and so are the flashy sales, inbox promotions, and “limited time” deals. But are these discounts really saving us money, or just pushing us to spend more? In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with Chandni Gupta from the Consumer Policy Research Centre about the tricks retailers use, how to spot them, and how to shop smarter. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 Juni 23min
OnlyFans queen Blue Eyed Kayla Jade on sex, love and Peggy Sue
OnlyFans queen Blue Eyed Kayla Jade is Australia's most famous sex worker, a mother of two and an icon to millions of her online followers, including a surprising number of middle-aged women. But with that fame and adoration comes scrutiny, meaning the Gold Coast creator has to know where to draw lines between her public and private personas to protect her family's privacy and safety. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Kayla explains how she got into the industry, why she actually loves what she does, and why she wouldn’t recommend it to anyone. Weekend list with Helen Smith TO WATCH: Titan: The OceanGate Disaster on Netflix TO EAT: Cucumber and yogurt mint salad TO TRY: Youngblood Natural Mineral Foundation TO DO: Deep dive on Jane Fonda Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Juni 44min
What's next: Two-minute mushroom trial recap
Erin Patterson has been charged with the murders of three relatives and the attempted murder of another; after allegedly serving up a beef Wellington dish laced with poisonous death cap mushrooms at a lunch at her home in 2023. She’s pled not guilty to all charges. In this special series of The Briefing, Holly Mitchell unpacks the trial in under two minutes. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Juni 1min
Should we name underage offenders? + ADF step up Middle East evacuations
Deep Dive: There are new calls to overhaul our current laws that prevent us naming offenders under the age of 18 who are convicted of serious crimes. New rape charges this week have again reignited the debate, with some advocates arguing outdated legislation favours the reputation of alleged offendors and not the safety of victims. In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by journalist Nina Funnell. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Juni 16min
Trump's two-week war deadline + Are the Logies rigged?
Friday Headlines: Trump's deciding whether the US will attack Iran, mass alert to parents after a child sex probe, Australia gets the green light for age verification in under 16s social media ban, Musk’s Starship explodes, and the results are in on that Sabrina Carpenter album cover and lab grown meats. Deep Dive: The 65th TV Week Logie Awards are just around the corner - but with a familiar crop of nominees and a rapidly changing media landscape, questions are swirling about their relevance in 2025. In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with veteran TV producer and That’s Showbiz Baby! host Alexandria Funnell about the future of Aussie TV’s night of nights. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Juni 21min
