How jeans, jorts & mullets could spell the next recession
Monday Headlines: Tragedies around the water this Easter, Labour ahead in latest poll, The Pope appears for Easter blessing, Oscar Piastri successful in F1. Deep Dive: For decades everything from the cut of our jeans to the shade of our hair has been linked to the state of our economy. Recession indicators in fashion, beauty and grooming are marked by the shift in a rise of sales of more practical and affordable choices. In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by Amy Campbell, the features editor of Esquire Australia, to explain which styles are signs of an economic slump and how we see it play out in fashion. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Apr 15min
The Kath and Kim icon on ageing disgracefully and becoming a truckie
Peter Rowsthorn cemented his place as Australian comedy royalty in Kath and Kim, playing the loveable bogan Brett. From staring in musicals, sitcoms to stand-up and almost swapping it all for a life on the road as a truckie, Peter's career has been anything but boring. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Peter shares why he’s making a long-awaited comeback to the Melbourne Comedy Festival for the first time since the 80's and the joys of ageing with absolutely no grace whatsoever. Find tickets to his show Pete Rowsthorn is KEEN! Here Weekend list with Helen Smith TO WATCH: Drop the Movie in cinemas now TO WATCH: The Substance Movie TO EAT: Greek or natural yogurt dressing TO DO: Free street libraries give and take! Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Apr 35min
REWIND: Scott Morrison’s most awkward interview ever?
In this special election rewind we are joined by Scott Morrison, the 30th Prime Minister of Australia, lover of chicken curries and author of Plans For Your Good: A Prime Minister's Testimony of God's Faithfulness Morrison has had his fair share of controversies over the years - Hawaii, his response to COVID and his many ministries. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Morrison opens up about his time as PM, repenting his sins and his impact on Australians. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Apr 35min
Tackling kids, diss tracks & the election moments you don’t see
Friday Headlines: Opposition Leader clarifies he believed in climate change, Rise in DV over Easter, Great White shark concerns for an Adelaide beach and Trump meets with Italy's PM. Deep Dive: From big policy promises to viral missteps, election campaigns serve up drama, theatre and the occasional meme-worthy moment. But what’s it really like behind the scenes? In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy is joined by News Corp federal political reporter Madura McCormack, who’s been following the 2025 campaign trail. She shares what it’s like travelling with the press pack, the moments that didn’t make headlines—and what they reveal about the parties vying for your vote.Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Apr 15min
Housing Minister on why the great Australian dream isn't over
Is the great Australian dream of owning a home over? In this special election edition of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Federal Housing Minister Clare O’Neil to unpack Labor’s record on housing, missed targets, and what the government plans to do next to solve a housing and rental crisis that’s been decades in the making. Follow The Briefing:TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17 Apr 19min
Climate divides leaders' debate + Why you could be detained in US
Thursday Headlines: Spicy second leaders' debate between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition leader Peter Dutton, Australians trust in the US lowest in 20 years, Swedish teenager in Australia charged with contract killings, tropical Cyclone off WA expected to make landfall over the weekend and lab grown chicken nuggets breakthrough! Deep Dive: The rate of Australians travelling to the US has dropped to its lowest level since the pandemic, with Donald Trump’s return to the White House sparking a wave of concern among international visitors. Countries like China, Germany, Portugal and the UK have issued warnings for citizens heading to the country —so why hasn’t and should Australia do the same? In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith speaks with Griffith University’s Dr Lee Morgenbesser, who recently cancelled his own trip, about the risks, the politics, and what it means for Australia. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Apr 20min
PM's security breach + Is Putin's military on our doorstep?
Afternoon Headlines: PM says he won’t be deterred from making public appearances after another security breach, police search underway following the alleged sexual assault of an 83-year-old woman and a British tennis player has apologised after calling our her opponent for bad body odour. Deep Dive: National security is back in the spotlight, with claims that Russia tried to base military aircraft in Indonesia. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by foreign affairs expert Dr Keith Suter to unpack what’s really going on, how it affects us in Australia and how China’s growing influence is reshaping power in our region. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16 Apr 15min
Race for deadly disease vax + Mediscare & Temu Trump: Spot political spin
Wednesday Headlines: Half of all investment properties sold within two years, Australian lab racing to make a vaccine to prevent deadly Disease X, Australian Defence Minister confirms no Russian base in Indonesia, more AI bots using the internet than humans for the first time, swapping out red meat and fruit toast could cut household emissions and Brisbane Greens MP joins OnlyFans to ‘make people pay attention’ to HIV prevention drug policy. Deep Dive: Can you spot political spin? From Mediscare to Temu Trump, spin is used by all sides of politics. It's a technique used throughout election campaigns and it’s ramping up as we head to the polls, but does it work or just led to more mistrust in politicians? In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy is joined by Professor of Communications and journalist Caroline Fisher to identify how it’s been used in the upcoming Federal election. Further listening: From Julian Assange to Amber Heard: The Australian lawyer behind it all Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15 Apr 22min
