MP calls out Parliament sports club scandal + Childcare bosses resign

Tuesday Headlines: Bold claims made on Sky News ‘Mavericks’ debate with One Nation’s Pauline Hanson and KAP’s Bob Katter, Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor debate on housing, 1 in 23 Australian properties under threat due to climate change, All-female space crew mission with Katy Perry successful and Australian gambler “The Joker” at the centre of $151 million US lottery scandal. Deep Dive: With early voting starting in less than a week, both leaders are making ‘game-changer’ cash-saving promises ahead of the 2025 ‘cost-of-living election’. Housing, health, and energy are front and centre, but how much will these policies actually help slash our everyday costs, and are they lasting solutions or just short-term sugar hits? In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy speaks to money saving expert Joel Gibson on who can deliver the most hip pocket relief to Aussies, plus his own cost of living relief tips. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Apr 19min

Free uni and TAFE for all Australians—that’s the headline promise from Greens Leader Adam Bandt, as the party reveals some of its major policies ahead of the Federal Election today. With the latest Newspoll pointing to a Labor minority government, the Greens could soon be in a powerful negotiating position. In this special election edition of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling speaks with Adam Bandt about wiping student debt, fixing the housing crisis, and how the party plans to pay for it all. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

14 Apr 22min

Monday Headline: Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton ‘officially’ launched their election campaigns, one year since the Bondi Junction stabbings with inquest on the way, Harvey Weinstein to stand trial this week in redo of #MeToo case, Australian academics refuse to attend US conferences for fear of being detained and Gout Gout breaks 200m record officially faster than Usain Bolt at same age. Deep Dive: There's an ongoing debate around ADHD in Australia - whether it’s over or underdiagnosed. It come after the country experienced a surge in cases in recent years, fuelled by adult women who weren't previously thought to be able to have ADHD now levelling the diagnosis field. But last week one expert came out to claim the rise in diagnoses is, in part, due to ADHD now becoming "trendy”, angering advocates and people living with the disorder who say it’s damaging, dismissive and fuelling societal stigma. In this episode of The Briefing Tara Cassidy is joined by President Professor Dave Coghill from Australasian ADHD Professionals Association to discuss the ongoing controversy. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

13 Apr 25min

Jameela Jamil is a fierce critic of power, tackling the erosion of women’s rights to the rise of far-right ideologies. The British actor, writer and activist, best known for her break out role in The Good Place, is unapologetically honest and uses her platform to publicly say what many won’t. In this chat with Antoinette Lattouf, Jameela explains why she approaches every opportunity with the confidence of a ‘white man’ and how wellness culture can lead us astray. Find tickets to Jameela's live tour here or at fane.com.au Weekend list with Helen Smith TO WATCH: Love on the Spectrum Season 3 on Netflix TO WATCH: Annie the Musical Australia touring nationally TO DO: Peaches Pilates online app or in person TO TRY: Ant’s food waste hack or try the Saveful app If you need help or support for an eating disorder or body image issue, please call the Butterfly National Helpline on 1800 ED HOPE (1800 334 673) or visit www.butterfly.org.au to chat online or email. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Apr 48min

Afternoon Headlines: Peter Dutton calls politics a ‘brutal business’ after alleged terror attack, six dead after helicopter broke up mid-flight over New York and Gout Gout breaks ten second barrier for the 100m sprint. Deep Dive: An IVF mix-up caused by human error has seen a Brisbane woman implanted with the wrong embryo and give birth to a stranger's baby. The serious medical bungle could prompt a legal battle over the child's parentage, with many asking how could this happen and has it occurred before? In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by Ameila Oberhardt, host of Secrets we keep: By Any Means that investigates the wild west of the fertility industry and why there are now growing calls for urgent action. Secrets we keep: By Any Means is available on The LiSNTR app on Monday 14th April. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Apr 14min

Friday Headlines: Peter Dutton allegedly target of a schoolboy terror plot, RBA pours cold water on significant rate cuts, Brisbane woman gives birth to stranger’s baby in IVF bungle, magic mushrooms treatment for eating disorders to be trialled in Melbourne in ‘world-first’, the BOM forecasts one of our warmest winter's on record, and US parents sue school over child’s spelling bee loss. Deep Dive: It’s been just 10 years since Netflix launched in Australia—but in that time, it’s reshaped the way we watch TV, launched global conversations, and become a powerful player in what content gets seen and shared. But how does a show make it onto the platform—and into the global Top 10? And as streaming competition heats up with the launch of MAX by Warner Bros Discovery, will Netflix stay on top? In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith speaks with Dr Alexa Scarlata, lecturer in digital communication at RMIT, to unpack the state of streaming in Australia. Further listening from the headlines: How MDMA freed Kate from PTSD is available on LiSTNR Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Apr 24min

Afternoon Headlines: Key Democrats alleging possible insider trading after Donald Trump’s tariff pause and Virgin Australia reportedly overcharged customers $3.3 million. Deep Dive: The violent video game No Mercy which glorifies rape and violence has just been banned in Australia. Its contents are horrific and has sparked another important conversation about what our young people are being exposed to online. In this episode of The Briefing Natarsha Belling is joined by cybersecurity expect Susan McLean to discuss the urgent need for action and why those responsible aren’t being held to account. If you or someone you know needs help, you can phone Lifeline 13 11 14, Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800, or 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732). Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Apr 15min

Thursday Headlines: Trump walks back tariffs, Jim Chalmers and Angus Taylor's first debate, Australia removes video game featuring rape and Mr G is back. Deep Dive: You may be identifiable to police through a DNA database without even realising it. Turbocharged by family tree, medical, paternity and crime testing, DNA databases are expanding rapidly. Secrets We Keep: Should I Spit?, a new podcast investigation into the DNA industry, explores the minefield of risks to our presumption of innocence and privacy. In this episode of The Briefing, Helen Smith is joined by Melbourne-based criminal defense lawyer Felix Ralph, who says we should be concerned that we're marching towards total genetic surveillance. Further listening from the headlines: China vows to retaliate after Trump's 'bully' tariffs is available on LiSTNR or wherever you get your podcasts. The full season of Secrets We Keep: Should I Spit? is available on LiSTNR Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @listnrnewsroom Instagram: @listnrnewsroom @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Apr 26min