Squiz Today

By Squiz Media

A daily news podcast, getting you across the latest Australian and international news in under 10 minutes. Agenda-free, independent, and delivered by hosts that'll come to feel like mates. It's the news without the noise, cutting through with a touch of analysis and an eye on what's coming next. And there's always a quirky news story or two to give a touch of balance to the news of the day. News for busy people, out 6am weekday, perfect for your morning routine. The Squiz is your shortcut to being informed. Top tip - check out The Squiz Today newsletter. It's the daily news stories, in your inbox each weekday at 6am, with links and more info to all the stories covered in The Squiz Today podcast. Sign up at www.thesquiz.com.au - it's free.

Episodes (40)

The war puts more pressure on oil prices, and a Barbie event is not fantastic

10m3/31/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: NASA's return to the moon

13m4/1/2026

Albanese addresses the nation, and rescuing Molly the border collie

10m4/1/2026

A deadline approaches in the Middle East, and a dating event with a twist

11m4/6/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: The universal childcare promise

14m4/7/2026

Ben Roberts-Smith is charged, and TikTok goes prehistoric

10m4/7/2026

The ceasefire's on the edge in Iran, and a prime piece of real estate

10m4/8/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: The arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith

12m4/9/2026

Gearing up for Middle East peace talks, and the Artemis II heads home

10m4/9/2026

The Squiz Quiz: Artemis II, Altman and art theft

27m4/10/2026

Artemis II makes a global splash, and some books worth a look

11m4/12/2026

A US blockade in the Middle East, and Harry and Meghan drop in down under

10m4/13/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: The last time we rationed fuel

12m4/14/2026

Middle East peace talks are back on the table, and a supersized mammal

10m4/14/2026

A high-stakes mining industry ruling in Perth, and Cruising to the box office

11m4/15/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: How civil and criminal courts differ

12m4/16/2026

Another hit to our fuel supply, and a wild wolf chase

11m4/16/2026

More peace talks over Iran, and a new Aussie board game

11m4/19/2026

Heading back to the negotiating table over Iran, and the science behind a run

10m4/20/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s at stake in Farrer

24m4/21/2026

Time runs down on the Iran ceasefire, and a birthday fit for a Queen

10m4/21/2026

The NDIS gets an overhaul, and the King of Pop's movie flop

10m4/22/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: What is the Taroom Trough?

12m4/23/2026

Shoring up our fuel supply, and commemorating Anzac Day

12m4/23/2026

An assassination attempt in the US, and Michael scores big at the box office

10m4/27/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: What’s changed since Port Arthur

11m4/28/2026

The search for a 5yo in Central Australia, and Taylor Swift moves on AI

10m4/28/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: The fight against illegal tobacco

12m4/30/2026

A tragic end in the search for a little girl, and the Blues claim the first Origin win

10m4/30/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: Getting the Port of Darwin back

12m5/5/2026

Another rate hike as inflation bites, and a sight to see in the night sky

10m5/5/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: Fashion Critical's take on the 2026 Met Gala

20m5/6/2026

Australia's ISIS brides return home, and a global icon turns 100

10m5/7/2026

One Nation wins big in Farrer, and Australian Fashion Week begins

10m5/10/2026

Budget day is here, and whales make waves

10m5/11/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: Is the social media ban for under 16s working?

18m5/12/2026

Chalmers unveils the Budget, and Eurovision's back again

10m5/12/2026

Trump and Xi prepare to meet, and the end of a rugby league era

10m5/13/2026

Squiz Shortcuts: Australia’s immigration debate

12m5/14/2026

China rolls out the red carpet for Trump, and some prehistoric dental work

10m5/14/2026

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