Who we do and don’t trust
Edelman’s annual Trust Barometer has revealed that the government and the media are among the least trusted by Australians. Whereas trust in business to take on social and structural issues, like climate change, is greater. We’re joined by Tom Robinson, the Australian CEO of Edelman; and Zara Seidler is Co-Founder of leading youth news service The Daily Aus. So in today's Briefing, why are Australians distrusting of government and the media – but more trusting of business – and why Gen Z is even more distrusting than Millennials. Headlines: - Dutton says sorry for boycotting 'apology' - 7 month old rescued in Turkey - Brain surgeon Charlie Teo faces hearing - A tough day for the Aussies playing in the Super Bowl! Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Feb 202320min
Why Australians need to get serious about sun protection again
Australia has the highest skin cancer rates in the world - with one person here diagnosed with melanoma every 30 minutes. Last year alone, 17,000 people were diagnosed. Social media is adding to the problem with ‘suntanning’ now trending on TikTok and Instagram. So, how do we drive down the numbers when so many people are obsessed with tanning? In this episode, we’re joined by Samantha Brett, who has created her own range of sun protection products to encourage Australians to protect themselves as part of their everyday routine. We also speak to Melissa Mason who is lobbying for the federal government to BAN sun tanning products. Headlines: - Refugees stuck in limbo finally get answers- Blame game in Turkiye as death toll rises- Wholesale energy prices lower than predicted- Two more UFOs shot down over North America- Two Aussies to play in the Super Bowl Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12 Feb 202320min
Jan Fran questions everything (and so should you)
Jeanette Francis, better known as Jan Fran, is one of our brilliant hosts of The Briefing podcast. Jan recently returned to the show after having her beautiful baby boy. Jan Fran is a Lebanese-Australian journalist, presenter and is ridiculously accomplished. She has won a Walkley award, worked as a foreign correspondent and is well known as a television presenter and content creator. In this episode Jamila Rizvi and Jan Fran delve into everything from her childhood, motherhood and multiculturalism in this country. THE WEEKEND LIST WATCH: Pamela, A Love Story – Netflix DO: Follow Molly Baz on Instagram WATCH: Triviaverse - Netflix WATCH: Mary Poppins Musical Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10 Feb 202336min
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a...Chinese spy balloon?
Last week a massive white balloon drifted across U.S. airspace before being shot down by the Air Force. But where did it come from? The US believes China was spying on its military camps with the 200ft balloon which contained sensors and surveillance equipment inside. The incident has sparked diplomatic tensions, China said the US overreacted by bringing the balloon down and the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has cancelled his trip to China. So, what exactly was the balloon doing there and is this something that happens often? In this episode, we speak to Jennifer Hsu, Research Fellow at the Lowy Institute, to find out more about the balloon and tensions between the US and China. Headlines: - Turkiye faces second disaster- Tudge resignation triggers by-election- Calls for Communications Minister to resign- Composer Burt Bacharach dies Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9 Feb 202320min
Birth Part 3: Australia’s maternity crisis
Rural regions in Australia are facing major maternity shortages as services in rural hospitals are forced to close. Pregnant women are travelling for hours to get care – some fearing they may have to give birth on the side of the road. The problem is adding more pressure to Australia’s maternity crisis which has been ongoing for years. In this episode, we speak to Sophie Walker - the founder of the Australian Birth Stories Podcast, who tells us more about the country’s maternity crisis. Headlines: - Turkiye death toll passes 11,000- MH-17 investigation suspended- Albo agrees to a Voice pamphlet- Warne’s will revealed Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Feb 202323min
Birth Part 2: Is IVF the answer?
The first baby born through IVF was in 1978 and since then the treatment has dramatically changed how the family unit can look. It has also given same sex couples more options when it comes to creating a family as well as solo parents, challenging the image of a nuclear family. Technology surrounding IVF is continuing to advance but there are still many common misconceptions and questions surrounding the process - from costs to how long it takes. In this episode, entrepreneur and author Lisa Messenger shares her personal IVF experience. We also hear from fertility specialist Dr Manuela Toledo. Headlines: - RBA warns more rate hikes on the way- Turkey declares state of emergency- Another covid booster approved - Bruce Lehrmann has lodged two defamation cases- Optus scammer avoids jail time Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7 Feb 202321min
Birth Part 1: The rise of solo mothers by choice
Women across Australia are continuing to choose to become solo mothers by choice, using assisted fertilization (IVF, donor) because of factors like age and social infertility. We’re joined by solo mothers, Aoife Cooke and Liz Cashen who take us through their fertility journey. The decision to start the journey as a solo mother can be a daunting step but with online communities and support groups the process doesn't have to be as lonely. Headlines: - Earthquake kills thousands in Turkey and Syria - Greens declare support for Voice to Parliament - Alcohol bans reinstated in central Australia- Interest rates to rise - Beyonce becomes most Grammy awarded artist ever Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6 Feb 202320min
Swipe right: making dating apps safer
Safety on dating apps has been at the centre of a government roundtable as the number of domestic violence cases across Australia continues to rise. App companies, domestic abuse survivors and police were all at the summit which was called a few weeks after a NSW woman was allegedly killed by a man she met on a dating app. So, how do we really know who we’re speaking to behind the screen? In this episode, we speak to e-Safety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant on how we can make dating apps safer. Headlines: US shoots down giant Chinese ‘spy’ balloon Australia to prescribe psychedelics as medication A teenage girl has died after a shark attack The woman who took Prince Harry’s virginity has spoken out Grammy Awards taking place in LA today Follow The Briefing: Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
5 Feb 202319min
