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The world’s media is comparing the saga surrounding yesterday’s marriage of Japan’s Princess Mako and commoner Kei Komuro to the Harry & Meghan story. Japanese tabloids have long been obsessed with the country’s royals, but the fact this latest scandal is gathering international attention suggests growing interest in the family. Dr Tom Baudinette is an expert in Japanese culture and senior lecturer at Macquarie University. In this intriguing episode of the Briefing, Dr Baudinette explains the key source of controversy in the whole saga is whether Komuro is a worthy husband for a royal. He explains why the wedding is dividing the Japanese people. TODAY'S HEADLINES Government bets on tech in 2050 net zero roadmap SA announces Christmas opening as WA threatens to crack-down on travel More revelations at NSW ICAC hearings over Berejiklian's relationship Crown get another chance with licence despite ‘disgraceful’ conduct South African player withdraws from T20 tournament over anti-racism order Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Okt 202121min

The world is facing a shortage of vital semiconductor microchips. You might not be able to find the tech gift you were planning on buying for your family this Christmas. Tech author, Futurist and host of LiSTNR’s The Next Billion Seconds podcast Mark Pesce, tells us the problem will get a lot worse before it gets better. It’s going to affect just about every industry in the economy – including tech, cars, health and communications. How will affect ordinary Australians? And will the microchip shortage ruin Christmas? TODAY'S HEADLINES Government to review net zero impact on regions but stays silent on negotiations Berejiklian should have revealed relationship, says Barilaro Confusion over tennis vaccine stance following email leak UK government resists calls for Covid ‘Plan B’ World leaders condemn Sudan coup Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Okt 202121min

Today’s Briefing is a deep dive on the politics playing out in Canberra between the Coalition partners. The National Party has agreed to the government’s net zero targets ahead of the COP26 summit in Glasgow. It means Australia will aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Annika Smethurst explains exactly what went on behind closed doors; and what it means for the future of the Coalition. So much weighs on the decision, particularly with a federal election looming in the new year. TODAY'S HEADLINES Nationals agree to work with government on net zero More freedoms for Victorians on Friday Police issue alert for mystery driver in Cleo Smith search Vigil held for cinematographer killed on Baldwin set Colombia’s most wanted caught in jungle raid Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Okt 202119min

Lawrence Leung is a Melbourne-based comedian, writer and actor who, as it turns out, has a very surprising past! He was once a teenage goth who wore all white make-up and an origami crow on his shoulder to high school parties. There was also the time he jumped out of a plane and completed a Rubik’s cube before engaging his parachute. Jamila Rizvi gets to know Lawrence’s old phases, plus his thoughts on representation and parenting. THE WEEKEND LIST with Tait McGregor: Listen: Juno by Remi Wolf Read: Daring to Fly: The TV Star on Facing Fear and Finding Joy on a Deadline by Lisa Millar Watch: Barry (Binge) Cook: Alphabet cake (thecookingfoodie.com) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Okt 202126min

Stealthing is the act of removing a condom mid-sex, without the partner’s knowledge. It’s become an issue of debate since the term was coined in the US back in 2017. The Australian Capital Territory has become the first jurisdiction in the country to make stealthing a crime. The ACT’s Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury joins us to talk through his motivation to legislate against stealthing. We’re also joined by the writer, Mary Madigan, who wrote about her personal experience back in 2019. While the ACT is the first state or territory to make stealthing a crime, it’s hopefully only a matter of time before other states follow. On today’s Briefing….what is stealthing…and what you need to know if it happens to you. TODAY'S HEADLINES Melburnians cheer in end to lockdown Nationals present demands to PM, paving way to net zero within weeks QLD authorities struggle to trace movements of ICU Uber driver $1M reward issued in Cleo Smith search Ruszczyk Damond could be released by next year following re-sentencing Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

21 Okt 202120min

Australian comedian Dan Ilic has started a crowdfunding campaign to fund Times Square billboards to embarrass Prime Minister Scott Morrison and the Commonwealth Government over their inaction on climate change. The campaign has exploded! As Dan explains, he started out wanting to raise $12,500 and has now raised more than $200,000! Dan’s campaign reached Times Square in New York, London and Glasgow. He’s a campaigner for climate change....and for comedians and the way they can change the world TODAY'S HEADLINES ADF supporting Smith search as police concerned by tent evidence Nationals leader promises progress on net zero negotiations ‘Incredulous’ Baird says should have known of Berejiklian relationship Suspects at large after father & son killed in Sydney gang violence Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 Okt 202122min

Everyone’s talking about ‘net zero’. What does it actually mean? And …why is the Prime Minister Scott Morrison so reluctant to commit to a net zero policy? The world’s attention will turn to Glasgow next month when the United Nations COP26 gathers to discuss plans to reduce emissions to protect the planet. Professor Will Steffen is a climate change expert and researcher at the Australian National University, Canberra. Professor Steffen explains what net zero is, and how Australia can play its part in reducing carbon globally. Ordinary Australians are happy to play their part in reducing emissions and fighting climate change. Why is the Commonwealth Government so slow to act…….? TODAY'S HEADLINES Search for missing WA toddler continues as mother speaks out WA rules out opening border to NSW, VIC in time for Christmas Andrews targets tennis star, promising no reprieve for unvaxxed NSW assisted-dying bill delayed until 2022 Cowra considering Big Chris Hemsworth landmark after star agrees to spruik town Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Okt 202122min

Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield was commander of the International Space Station. He became famous when he published videos of experiments he conducted in space. Chris has released his first novel....a murder mystery set in space, against the backdrop of the cold war. He joins us to talk about his very first day in space, his journey of discovery as a writer and about our collective journey to battle climate change. TODAY'S HEADLINES QLD calls on young people to get vaccinated as border plans unveiled Tasmania lockdown ends, but masks remain mandatory Morrison to push ahead with net zero in spite of Nationals NT Chief Minister in Twitter spat with Ted Cruz Former US Secretary of State Colin Powell dies from Covid-19 complications Follow The Briefing Instagram: @thebriefingpodcast Facebook: TheBriefingNewsAUTwitter: @TheBriefingAU See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Okt 202121min