Massive turnout, bomb threats, too close to call: the US votes

Women voted to send Scott Morrison a message on Saturday: the Liberal Party has a problem with women….and his government was going to pay for it. Today’s Briefing takes a deep dive on how - and more importantly why - women turned their back on the Liberal Party (without necessarily flocking to Labor) and backed ‘teal independents’ at the 2022 federal election, changing the face of the federal parliament. We’re joined by former Liberal staffer Rachelle Miller who talks about the Liberal Party losing its way – and the long road it faces in turning the party around. On today’s Briefing….the Liberal Party’s problem with women. Todays Headlines US mourns victims of another mass school shooting Dutton confirms tilt at Libs leadership Wong flying to Fiji to sure up Pacific Kate Moss testifies for Johnny Depp Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Maj 202223min

Asylum seekers Priya and Nades came to Australia separately by boat from Sri Lanka a decade ago. They met in detention and were given bridging visas before moving to Biloela, a small town in central Queensland. They worked there, their two daughters were born there, and they became much loved members of the community. But when their bridging visas ran out in 2018, they were removed by border force and sent to Christmas Island detention centre - sparking huge protests. Angela Fredericks is a friend and advocate who has campaigned tirelessly to have the family returned to Biloela. The ALP repeatedly promised it would clear the way for the family to return home if it won the federal election. So what’s the future look like for Priya, Nades, Kopika and Tharnicaa? Todays Headlines Albanese urges China to lift Australia trade bans China Foreign Minister to visit eight Pacific nations Investigation over weekend asylum seeker boat turnback Flu on the march prompting free vaccines Queen’s surprise visit to Chelsea Flower Show Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Maj 202221min

The big story out of the weekend’s federal election is the so-called ‘teal independents’. Six women elected in key Liberal seats by campaigning for more action on climate change, greater focus on integrity in government and the electorate having a bigger say in how the country is run. Kylea Tink won the long-held Liberal seat of North Sydney. In this episode of the Briefing, we find out why Kylea decided to run....what she hopes to achieve....and what the next three years will look like IF the ALP doesn’t win with a majority to govern in its own right. So on this episode of The Briefing....the teal wave....will it bring greater accountability to Canberra? Todays Headlines New PM Albanese arrives in Japan for Quad meeting Labor edging closer to majority in House of Reps Dutton front-runner to lead Libs Kate Moss expected to front Heard/Depp trial Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

23 Maj 202219min

The election is done and dusted..... Anthony Albanese has claimed an historic win – becoming only the fourth Labor leader to take the ALP to government from opposition. On today’s Briefing, we’re joined by The Age’s political correspondent and the Briefing’s Canberra reporter, Annika Smethurst. Annika will explain how and why Scott Morrison and the Liberal Party were wiped out in an election whitewash......and if the teal independents are the new political power in Australia. Todays Headlines Albanese to be sworn in as PM today Liberal Party in tatters after 'teal' wipeout Biden: “everyone should be concerned about monkeypox” Seized Ukraine fighters facing tribunal Ariarne Titmus sets world record Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Maj 202219min

Polls show Anthony Albanese will be the next Prime Minister of Australia!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Maj 202248s

Yael Stone took the world by storm, as Lorna Morello on the hugely popular Netflix original Orange is the New Black. After Orange is the New Black ended, Yael made international headlines when she alleged that actor Geoffrey Rush had behaved inappropriately towards her during the production of The Diary of a Madman. He denied the allegations and separately won defamation proceedings against The Daily Telegraph, and was awarded record damages by the court. In 2019, Yael was back home in Australia, expecting the birth of her daughter. The summer bushfires that would close out that year prompted her to take a new path. Setting acting to the side and pursuing advocacy and action to prevent dangerous climate change. In this conversation Jamila Rizvi and Yael Stone discuss life after Orange is the New Black, motherhood, her allegations against a fellow actor and her new career path, helping to find solutions against the climate crisis. Yael is the founding director for the non-for-profit group, Hi Neighbour. This volunteer organisation is energised with the power of the past and excitement for the future. You can find out more info about her newly found organisation Hi Neighbour here: www.hineighbour.com.au Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Maj 202235min

Australia heads to the polls tomorrow to elect the 47th Parliament of Australia. Labor is ahead of the Coalition in the polls, but the margins have narrowed this week. Ben Raue from tallyroom.com.au joins us to explain what seats to watch, what seats have traditionally been key to winning government....and how important it is, that you cast your vote. Some of our Briefing listeners join the debate as well. Grab a democracy sausage....grab a pencil....and cast your vote in tomorrow’s election. (or a haloumi sandwich) Todays Headlines Electoral race tightens Dawson trial continues NSW passes voluntary euthanasia laws Zac Stubblety-Cook breaks swimming record Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Maj 202221min

What do I do when I get handed the two ballot papers on election day? One is the size of a tablecloth...and the other makes no sense at all. AND what key policies should I consider before I cast my vote? Annika Smethurst joins Antoinette Lattouf on today’s Briefing to take us through the issues that matter pre-election day. Annika not only goes through the policies.....but also explains how the parliament works.....and why it’s so important to make sure you vote correctly. So, on today’s Briefing.....an election cheat sheet if you tuned out ages ago. Todays Headlines Campaign update: real wages Key witness in Dawson trial speaks Inquiry launched into the case of Australia’s “worst female serial killer” Russian pleads guilty in first war crime trial Cody Simpson books spot in Commonwealth games Follow The Briefing DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP FOR THE BRIEFING NEWSLETTER. LINK IS IN OUR BIO ON INSTAGRAM Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Maj 202225min