Ex-Premier defends China visit + Inside the hunt for Dezi Freeman

Tuesday Headlines: FBI says DNA evidence links suspect to Charlie Kirk murder, senior Liberal threatens to quit frontbench over net zero targets, Queensland trio charged relating to 'end of life business,' protestors promise to target Albo’s new office and Cathy Freeman and Nikki Webster return to where it all began! Further listening from the headlines: Who’s responsible for the Coalition crisis?Deep Dive: Anti-immigration protests in Australia and abroad have led to violent, racist attacks, as well as heated and divisive debates online. But while the movements have been led by far-right extremists, among attendees and broader supporters, are residents who say they’re just everyday Aussies with ‘legitimate’ immigration concerns. In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks with immigration and public policy expert, Associate Professor Anna Boucher, on whether these arguments are rooted in truth or falsehoods, and what’s being missed amid the divisive headlines, debates and demonstrations.Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Sep 21min

The Coalition has recorded its worst primary result in Newspoll history, as Sussan Ley struggles to save the Liberal Party. The latest research shows a growing number of Australian voters are continuing to abandon the Federal Opposition and head towards minor parties like The Greens and One Nation. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by pollster Tony Barry, who says the Liberal Party can be saved, but its members need to return to core values or will continue to lose millions of young voters in the process. Headlines: A sobering new report warns 1.5 million Aussies are at risk from rising sea levels, ANZ has admitted to widespread misconduct and agreed to pay a record $240 million in penalties, and history has been made at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Sep 16min

Monday Headlines: UK PM says Britain will ‘never surrender’ its flag to far-right protesters, police can't rule out Dezi Freeman hasn't escaped interstate, Coalition records a historic low in poll history, experts warning STI rates have doubled nationwide, and The Emmys are on today. Deep Dive: Would you hand over your licence, credit card or face ID to access adult content online? That’s exactly what could soon be required, as Australia pushes ahead with new age verification laws for porn sites. The goal is to protect kids, but can it be done without compromising our privacy? In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with Crikey's Cam Wilson about how these new rules might work, what they mean for your data, and whether they’ll actually make the internet safer. Further listening from the headlines: Michael Theo's seven non-negotiables for Love On The Spectrum Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Sep 22min

In 2021, a neatly dressed man in his 60s walks into a Sydney Police Station. He looks like a regular guy. But police are stunned - this isn’t just any man. It’s Darko Desic. A fugitive who escaped from Grafton Prison with a hacksaw and bolt cutters three decades earlier. A man who was a prolific weed grower. A man who lived in hiding for 30 years - right under the noses of the police. How did he do it? How did he evade capture for so long? And why, after all that time, did he finally give himself up? That’s what journalist Tim Elliot set out to uncover in the latest season of LiSTNR’s documentary series, Secrets We Keep. If you’re hooked and want more, click here to go straight to episode 2. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Sep 31min

Jack Toohey calls himself a ‘Jack of all trades, master of none’ but his viral videos on the housing crisis suggest otherwise. After a privileged start at private school Jack swapped out the business world for advocacy, walking away from running his own company to tackling climate change, housing and gender equality. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Jack unpacks why the housing system is stacked against young Australians and why the creator economy might just be a shiny scam propping up tech bros. Weekend list with Helen Smith TO WATCH: Uproar on Netflix TO READ: One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This by Omar El Akkad TO EAT: Beetroot dip TO TRY: Turkish bath house Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Sep 44min

It’s the new bombshell Charlie Sheen documentary that’s making headlines around the world. The US actor says he’s finally telling the truth about his drug addiction, wild partying and how he’s lost hundreds of millions of dollars. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by LiSTNR entertainment reporter Justin Hill to unpack all the explosive new revelations and how the troubled star has tried to turn his life around. Headlines: Australia’s special envoy on Islamophobia has delivered a landmark report, PM Anthony Albanese has responded to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and Australia’s best meat pie has been crowned. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Sep 18min

Friday Headlines: FBI locate rifle believed to have killed Charlie Kirk, Brisbane teen on terror charges granted bail, Jeffrey Epstein scandal spills into the UK, dementia is the new leading cause of death among Aussies, and which capital city has the cheapest petrol? Deep Dive: A film about a demon-slaying K-pop girl group has taken over the world - becoming Netflix’s most-watched film of all time, with hundreds and millions of streams on its soundtrack. So what is it about KPop Demon Hunters that’s struck such a global chord? In this episode of The Briefing, Chris Spyrou speaks with K-pop expert and PhD candidate Megan Moon about the film’s explosive success and what it reveals about the growing cultural power of South Korea. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Sep 21min

The political fallout has already begun from the assassination of US conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The 31-year-old was shot dead in front of thousands while speaking at Utah Valley University. Now there are serious concerns that this shooting will only spark more political violence and deeper divisions within the US. In this episode of The Briefing, US Politics Expert John Barron joins Natarsha Belling to unpack who Charlie Kirk was and the implications this latest political assassination will have on a divided America. Headlines: Julie Bishop has broken her silence over bullying and harassment allegations, Opposition leader Sussan Ley has apologised to the Australian Indian community, and Prince Harry has met with King Charles. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Sep 18min