Rent bidding is illegal across most of Australia, but you've told us it's still happening all the time. So now that Queensland has announced new rules to stop the practice, could they be replicated around the country?And yeah, ignore that text from your boss. We're talking about the right to disconnect outside of working hours. Guests:Dr Chris Martin, senior research fellow, UNSWDr Gabrielle Golding, senior lecturer, University of AdelaideJagpreet Singh, ABC Trailblazer

It's been 12 months since the number of Medicare-subsidised psychology sessions went from 20 back to 10. We speak to young Aussies, psychologists and the federal health minister about the impacts of the change.And why are farmers across Europe dumping manure on city streets?

It's the Shakeup and we're asking the big politics questions like: what will Auspol look like this year, why are there so many elections going on, and do we actually care about broken promises? Plus, your top songs have left TikTok after music label Universal Music Group ended its licensing deal with the app on January 31.  And have you ever walked into a group of people talking about you? It's happened to Barbie's Margot Robbie.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Lewis Garnham and journalist Sarah Ison. 

Most concussions in sport don’t happen to elite athletes. In fact, youth and community athletes are most at risk of enduring head injuries. That’s why the Australian Institute of Sport has issued new guidelines to unify the response to concussions at a community level.  Plus, while attention is rightly focused on Gaza during the on-going war with Israel, tensions have been building this week on the West Bank too. Today we unpack what’s happening in the other Occupied Palestinian Territory, where Israeli commandos have just carried out a deadly raid inside a hospital.  And, geoguessing has taken over our feeds and now one young Aussie is training 8 hours a day for the upcoming World Cup.  GuestsBrendan Swann, CEO, Concussion Australia Lydia Pingel, former Queensland AFLW player Oscar Pearce, competitive Geoguessr 

Off the coast of WA, an animal export ship filled with over 15,000 livestock is stuck with nowhere to go. Animal welfare groups and the cattle industry are looking to the federal government for next steps, but the fate of the ship still isn’t known.  Plus, an advertising crackdown for the cosmetic injectables industry will gag practitioners, but will it help patients?  And Universal Music Group is ending its licensing deal with TikTok. What does it mean for the songs you love, and will it impact music trends globally? Guests:Gemma Sharp, associate professor and clinical psychologist, Monash University Zan Rowe, national music reporter, Double J 

The national vape ban kicked in on January 1st and since then, the Australian Border Force has seized $7.4 million worth of disposable vapes. Now, vaping health impacts are in the spotlight as part of a new social media ad campaign aimed at young people. Is this the beginning of the end for vapes in Australia?  And the Victorian government has chosen not to implement a recommended ban on duck hunting. It's already banned in four states or territories, so we speak to Victorian MP Georgie Purcell about the backflip and about *that* Channel 9 photoshop.Plus, posting on your phone during your hot girl walk is out. Analogue walks are in.  GuestsGeorgie Purcell, Victorian Animal Justice Party MPElizabeth Broadbent, University of Auckland

We're back!For the first Hack of 2024, we're asking Prime Minister Anthony Albanese the big questions you've been asking us.Will the changes to stage three tax cuts actually benefit young Australians? Is there anything else planned to help those struggling to pay rent or buy groceries? Will Labor restore the 20 Medicare-subsidised psychologist sessions?  Plus, we'll bring you up to speed on everything that's happened in Israel and Gaza over summer, including the International Court of Justice's interim decision on whether or not Israel is committing genocide.Guests:Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of AustraliaJuliette McIntyre, University of South Australia law lecturer 

Whether you're protesting colonialism or celebrating a day off, January 26 is marked differently across the country.So in the aftermath of the Voice to Parliament referendum debate, what is the future of Australia Day?Hack spoke with Bridget Cama and Allira Davis from the Uluru Youth Dialogue about their reflections on January 26. 

A clue on the classroom wall helped one student find a long-lost relative, and the same room helped another trace her ancestry.The Cooinda room at Henry Kendall High School on the Central Coast of NSW isn't your average classroom. Now, students and education advocates are calling for every public school to have something like it, to teach Indigenous cultures and histories and improve outcomes for students. 

One of Australia's most well-known and polarising politicians is packing his bags. Former prime minister Scott Morrison has announced he’ll leave politics at the end of February.Shalailah Medhora takes a look back at his long – and sometimes bumpy – political career.

Would you keep vaping if it meant you couldn't play sport or make out with your partner?In the 1970s, governments produced really graphic campaigns, scaring people into quitting smoking.But would that tactic work today?Hack spoke with Michelle Jongenelis from the University of Melbourne.

From prescribed psychedelics to Sigmund Freud, time with horses, and antidepressants that are seven times cheaper than therapy, countries from Ukraine to Argentina are trying different ways to address mental health concerns. So what can we learn from them?Hack spoke with Drew Ambrose, investigative journalist with Al Jazeera, who's been travelling the globe delving into psychology and mental health for a new series called Mindset.

He just won in a landslide in Iowa, and now Donald Trump is gearing up for the next state to vote in the primaries.

Jumping out of a plane isn't everyone's cup of tea, but would you do it if it could improve your wellbeing?Experts say adventure sports like skydiving can have an immediate positive mental health impact. But could the benefits be long-term rather than the immediate adrenaline rush?

It was a love that was meant to last a lifetime, but then you broke up. Splitting the couch was simple, but navigating who gets dibs on the cat is a bit more complicated.  So who should get the fur-baby post break-up? And does shared pet custody actually work? 

Did you have to move away from home for study or work? Well in Tassie, leaving the island state in search of better job and education opportunities has become a rite of passage for heaps of young people. And new research confirms that young Tasmanians are better off leaving their home state. 

You've just graduated high school with top marks. Next stop is university, right?For some young people, the answer is no.They want a tertiary education and have big dreams for their careers, but say cost of living pressures and increasing HECS debts are putting them off enrolling in uni.

Desperate times can sometimes call for a loan from the bank of mum and dad (if they can help!). Or maybe you're the one lending to your mates, siblings or parents. But is it a good idea? With money AND a relationship on the line, is there a way to do it right? 

Content warning: this podcast discusses sexual assault and domestic violence.

Noise-cancelling headphones can be great when you're trying to focus on a last minute assignment, or block out that chatty co-worker. But have we become too reliant on creating silence? Turns out, blocking all that noise might be messing with your ear sensitivity. 

Have you ever thought about tying the knot but been turned off by the MASSIVE cost of a wedding?Well with cost of living on the rise, young people are finding different ways to make their big day special, including having a DIY wedding where they get friends and family to pitch in and help. While most friends and family are happy to lend a hand, couples have to be careful not to stretch the friendship.

Australian surfing legend Owen Wright had one of the best sporting comeback's of all time after he suffered from a traumatic brain injury.Owen and wife singer-songwriter Kita Alexander caught up with Hack after the release of Owen's book, "Against the Water."

In 2023, we saw major disruptive protests in cities over climate change from groups like Extinction Rebellion.Every time we see protesters blocking roads or bridges, or throwing soup on a painting,  a lot of people criticise them saying it damages their cause. But, why would protesters keep doing it if they felt like it didn't work?

Have you ever been to the mechanic and thought they were ripping you off?Heaps of you told Hack that you reckon you've been overcharged, especially young women.So are there mechanics who are adding on a 'girl tax'? And what can you do to stop it?

Imagine living in a place where it rarely rains. Sometimes it's dark during the day and you walk to work under the stars.  Other times, the sun doesn’t stop shining. When the sun does set, it's magical.It's not a planet from a science fiction film - it's Antarctica.And every year thousands of people apply to work there.Australian plumber Todd Schultz was one of them.

Have you thought about going skydiving, but then freaked out about the possibility of your parachute not opening?That worst-case scenario came true for Brad Guy.His family and close friends watched him as he fell to the earth... but, miraculously, he survived.Hack chatted to Brad earlier this year about his experience and the aftermath dealing with PTSD and mental illness.Guest:Brad Guy, author of Freefall

So many of us get our book recommendations these days from social media accounts with perfectly-curated flatlays of beautiful book covers.BookTok and Bookstagram are huge, but sometimes you just see the same titles being recommended over, and over, and over again.So, is that leading to a homogenous reading culture where we're all just clones of each other?

Have you been super psyched in the lead-up to a big event, riding on a high, then it comes and goes and then... you just feel like shit?You're not going crazy.Post-event comedown is a real thing and, for some people, it can have pretty devastating consequences.

We’re not even a month through summer and parts of the country have already experienced scorching heatwaves.But they’re not just on land — marine heatwaves have been declared too.What are they? And what kind of impacts can they have on ocean life?

Australian footballer Josh Cavallo made history in 2021 when he became the first openly gay current professional soccer player in the world. He caught up with Hack ahead of Sydney WorldPride in early 2023 to reflect on the legacy of his decision and where we're at with LGBTQIA+ inclusivity in sport.

For most people, Christmastime is full of fun, festivities and food.But for people living with an eating disorder, it can be an extraordinarily difficult time to navigate.So how can you deal with big food-centric events if you're struggling with eating? And how can you support loved ones who are struggling?If you or someone you know needs help related to an eating disorder, you can call The Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 46 73 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Traumatic. Excruciating. Stabbing pain. These are just some of the ways you've described the pain of getting an IUD inserted.We know they're super effective forms of contraception, but we also know a lot of people aren't routinely offered pain relief when they're getting them put in.A public hospital in Victoria is trying to change that.

Kate bought a ticket to a festival that never went ahead. Four years later, she's still waiting for a refund.Kate's not alone.So many people who were meant to go to The Drop festival in 2020, which was cancelled due to COVID, are still waiting to get their money back.Now the festival has told Hack it's "working towards settling the refunds over the course of 2024".

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For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.If we're picking one word to sum up 2023 for most young Australians it's this: expensive. Whether it's rent, HECS indexation, groceries, fuel, cost of living bit hard in 2023.Join Hack's Dave Marchese with journalist and podcaster Hannah Ferguson, and housing advocate Jake Toohey.

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.Our domestic politics may have been dominated by the Voice referendum, but there was so much more that happened in 2023.Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Victorian Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell and Yamatji writer and former WA Liberal leader Zak Kirkup.

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.If anything captured the nation's collective attention this year, it was the Matildas at the FIFA Women's World Cup (go Tillies!!!).But while there were sporting highs, there were also sporting lows. We'll unpack pay disputes at Netball Australia, management issues at Rugby Australia and the potential death of the Commonwealth Games.Join Hack's Dave Marchese with sports podcasters Lavender Baj and Josh Garlepp.

For our last live shows of the year, we're bringing you a whole week of Shakeups and taking a walk down memory lane.Today, we're talking about the biggest cultural moments of 2023: Bey and Tay on tour, the Roman Empire, ChatGPT and the submersible that captivated the world. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with entertainer Etcetera Etcetera and The Daily Aus deputy editor Emma Gillespie.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

The landmark report from the inquiry into the National Disability Insurance Scheme has been released. So what did it say, and what can we expect to change for everyday Australians who use the NDIS? Plus, an extremist from the US has been arrested in connection with the 2022 Wieambilla terror attack.And with reports that Islamophobia and anti-Semitism are on the rise, we find out how to call out racism when you see it.

US politician George Santos was expelled from Congress last week after accusations of defrauding donors and allegedly spending campaign money on travel, botox and porn. The now-indicted Republican will face felony charges next year. Plus, new laws have passed that mean former immigration detainees could be locked up without a trial.Also, we meet the young people tasked with blowing up underwater sea mines. And half the country has been warned to expect heatwave conditions. Guests: Shalailah Medhora, Hack political reporterJohn Barron, Planet America hostKim Reid, climate scientist, Monash University

Thousands of paramedics may not respond to triple zero call outs during one of the busiest times of the year. They're holding out on renewing registrations (which expire on NYE) until they get better pay.Plus, Brittany Higgins has wrapped up days of evidence in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. And a new gangland turf war has ignited in Melbourne over the sale of illegal tobacco. Guests: Patrick, former NSW paramedicAnya Johnson, Associate Professor, University of Sydney Patrick Bell, ABC reporter

Insurers can turn you down for coverage because of your mental health, and believe it or not, it's actually legal.Plus, the Israeli military has expanded its ground offensive to every part of Gaza. And we bring you the latest from COP28, the world's biggest climate change talks, where Australia's being urged to lift its ban on nuclear energy. Guests:Carly Dober, Director, Australian Association of PsychologistsAlison Reeve, Energy and Climate Deputy Program Director, Grattan Institute

It's the Shakeup and we're asking if it's time to put single-sex schools in the bin. Plus, Squid Game: The Challenge has topped the Netflix charts, but we're wondering if anyone actually watch the show it's based on? And if it came down to it, do you think you could land a plane? Most men think they could. Host Dave Marchese is joined by writer and presenter Elfy Scott and model and presenter Christian Wilkins. 

Two young Australians say they were needle spiked and then sexually assaulted while overseas. We're sharing their stories. Plus, the world's biggest climate change talks are being held in a very controversial location. COP28 kicks off in Dubai. Also, Israel and Gaza have agreed to extend the ceasefire. And you might be ablest and not even realise it.Guests:Nas Campanella, ABC National Disability Affairs ReporterEvan Young, producer with the ABC's Specialist Reporting TeamRiley Stuart, ABC digital producer

Bruce Lehrmann is back in the courtroom with a defamation action against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. We're unpacking the case so far. Plus, looksmaxxing is making the rounds on social media. But is this male beauty trend actually an incel dog whistle? And science communication needs to work harder to make us feel less hopeless.Guests:Patrick Bell, ABC reporterBrandon Sparks, senior lecturer, Kingston University LondonDr Chris Ellis, medical doctor and PhD student, University of Sydney

A national vape ban has been declared and it kicks in on January 1st.Plus, we unpack the High Court of Australia's official reasoning for the immigration detention backflip that saw over 140 detainees released.And TV and movies portray teachers as losers and liars who'll eventually quit. So, do teachers need a massive rebrand to get more people into education degrees? Guests:Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Aged CareShalailah Medhora, Hack political reporterHugh Gundlach, education lecturer, University of Melbourne

Department stores and chemists want to sell sex toys across the country, but right now it's illegal in some states.Plus, the federal government has struck a deal with the Greens to overhaul the Murry-Darling Basin Plan, but what does that mean for the environment and for communities on the rivers?And more than a hundred people have been charged after a huge protest at Newcastle's coal port over the weekend, including people who didn't actually protest.Guests:John Hall, regional Victoria cactus farmerKate McBride, fifth-generation grazier and researcher at the Australia InstituteDaniel Ziffer, ABC business reporterLydia Shelly, President of the NSW Council for Civil Liberties

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about whether brands have gone overboard with Black Friday sales.Plus, are membership clubs the answer to the global loneliness epidemic?And it's been a chaotic week at OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. WTF happened? Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalists Marty Smiley and Em Gillespie.

There's a growing trend among young people to use vapes for drugs other than nicotine, but we still don't know a whole lot about its health impacts.Plus, the federal government has ramped up funding for renewables, saying we're way off our 2030 target.And, why the Paralympic classification process makes it difficult for people with Down Syndrome to reach the top tier of their sport.Guests:Kane Thornton, CEO of the Clean Energy CouncilRobyn Smith, CEO of Sports Inclusion Australia

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a four-day ceasefire in Gaza in exchange for the release of 50 hostages. So what happens now?Plus, why people are obsessed with new Aussie doco-series, Last Stop Larrimah.And, how TikTok's 'filters for good' could change the way activists use social media.

The guy that created ChatGPT was fired, shocking the tech world. What actually happened?Plus, an Indigenous leader has slammed festival-goers for partying on a sacred site.And, experts say COVID is exploding right now, so what does that mean for your summer plans?Guests:James Purtill, ABC technology reporterProfessor Catherine Bennett, Chair of Epidemiology, Deakin University

An Australian navy diver has been injured by sonar from a Chinese warship, and our government is not happy about it.Plus, how much can changing your diet help with depression and anxiety?And is rugby union okay? The chair of Rugby Australia has been pushed out of his job at the end of a crazy year for the sport.Guests:Dr Adam Bartley, RMIT University's School of Global, Urban and Social StudiesDr Megan Lee, senior teaching fellow, Bond UniversityJamie Pandaram, sports reporter, The Daily Telegraph

It's the Shakeup and we ask whether strip clubs still have a place in Australian culture.Plus, in bizarre news, the UK has appointed a Minister for Common Sense. And have you ever tried to delete something about yourself off the internet?Host Dave Marchese is joined by Collingwood captain Darcy Moore and author and influencer Alisha Aitken-Radburn.

The government wants to monitor people who've been released from indefinite immigration detention, after a surprise High Court decision found it was unlawful and unconstitutional.Plus, the Israeli military has been criticised for raiding Gaza's biggest hospital, which it claims is housing a Hamas command centre.And some regional university students are freaking out about online learning being wound back.Guests:Sanmati Verma, Acting Legal Director, Human Rights Law CentreProfessor Michael Sankey, President of the Australasian Council on Open, Distance and eLearning

Former diplomat Gregory Andrews is two weeks into a hunger strike demanding climate action. He is posted up on the lawn outside Parliament House hoping to get the attention of the government.Plus, an inquiry into LGBTIQ hate crime deaths has finished. What did it uncover?And we get into the lost art of repairs and how fixing stuff could help Australia's waste problem. Guests:Justin Ellis, Senior Lecturer in Criminology at the University of NewcastleGregory Andrews, climate protester and former diplomat

As if the latest rental affordability report wasn't bad enough (and it's bad), it turns out insecure renting also ages your body faster than unemployment, obesity and being an ex-smoker.Also, we catch up with Kitalé Wilson and his dad Dr Geoff Wilson to hear how their two-year, carbon-neutral adventure to document the climate change impacts of some of the world's most remote environments is going.And should we have the right to get stuff about us taken off the internet?GuestsEmma Baker, Professor of Housing Research, University of AdelaideKitalé Wilson and Dr Geoff Wilson, explorers, Project Zero

Protests supporting both Palestinians and Israelis are continuing to escalate around the world, as pressure builds on political leaders to call for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza war.Also, we hear from the United States' Special Envoy for Global Youth Issues Abby Finkenauer who's in Australia this week.And the first-ever bill to create a legal recreational marijuana market in Australia is actually dividing cannabis enthusiasts.Guests:Dr Effie Karageorgos, historian, University of NewcastleAbby Finkenauer, U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Youth IssuesDr Jack Wilson, Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use, University of Sydney

It's the Shakeup and we breakdown how Optus broke down. Plus, the infamous chat site Omegle was also forced to close down this week. And China's premier called Anthony Albanese a "handsome boy" while he was out on a run, so when has nickname just stuck with you?   Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian and Lauren Bonner and content creator Jack Toohey.

Turns out we're trying just about anything to find love, including psychics. But when does getting relationship advice from a fortune teller stop being fun and start getting unhealthy? Also, for nearly two decades the Australian government has been detaining people indefinitely in immigration detention centres. Now, the High Court of Australia has ruled it’s unlawful. And the UN’s leaders have come out with some of their strongest criticisms yet of the deteriorating situation in Gaza, saying it’s a catastrophe and unacceptable. Guests: Jennifer Tierney, Executive Director, MSF Australia (Doctors Without Borders) Sean Connaughton, psychologist and couples therapist

Millions of customers of mobile and internet giant Optus are demanding answers, following a massive hours-long outage that stopped people from being able to access emergency services. Also, young people who work in caring industries like disability and aged care are feeling unsafe on the job.   And, BookTok and Bookstagram are huge communities, but are we just seeing the same titles being recommended over, and over, and over again? Guests Brendan Walker-Munro, senior research fellow, University of Queensland Bronwyn Reddan, research fellow, Deakin University

Support for the Melbourne Cup is falling, especially for Gen Z. So can we still say it’s "the race that stops the nation"?  Also, did you ever need to see a psychologist when you were in school? In Tasmania, the average wait time to see a school psychologist earlier this year was 168 days. And Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has met with Xi Jinping in China, being the first Australian prime minister to visit in seven years. Guests Hunter Fujak, sports management lecturer, Deakin University Yun Jiang, Australian Institute of International Affairs China Matters fellow

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It's the Shakeup and The Wiggles' hit Hot Potato has been blasting non-stop in Bunbury and the band is not happy.  Plus should we bring back cinema intermissions? And we unpack the nightmare that is selling stuff online.

With claims Russia has shelled more towns and villages in one day than it has all year, we unpack the state of the war in Ukraine. Plus, he's accused of stealing billions from his customers and money laundering. So, what's happening in the trial of cryptocurrency's most infamous entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried? And influencers are constantly sharing beautiful travel spots online, but could these locations actually be putting you in danger?  Guests:  Matthew Sussex, Strategic and Defence Studies Centre, ANU Blake Montgomery, tech editor, The Guardian US Samuel Cornell, PhD candidate, UNSW

It's not even summer yet and firefighters across NSW and QLD are battling dozens of blazes. Plus, wrongful arrests and detainments are being attributed to the use of facial recognition AI.  Also, a public housing tenant successfully took their landlord (who happens to be the Northern Territory government) to the High Court. It could have big ramifications for tenants everywhere.  And, we unpack the mixed reaction to Tasmania's JackJumpers' jerseys ahead of the NBL Indigenous Round.  Guests: Ellie Grounds, Hack reporter Ed Santow, co-director of the Human Technology Institute, UTS Lee Robinson, ABC Alice Springs reporter  

Nearly a third of teens aged 18 to 19 have experienced some form of abuse within their relationships, according to new research from the Australian Institute of Family Studies. So, what can we do about it? Plus, the owners of New Zealand's Whakaari White Island volcano, which erupted and killed 22 people in 2019, have been found guilty of breaching workplace safety laws. And because electric cars are so expensive, transport experts think governments should be helping us buy electric bikes.  Guests: Dr Karlee O’Donnell, senior research officer, Australian Institute of Family Studies Emma Stanford, senior reporter, Radio New Zealand 

Have you ever been to the mechanic and thought they were ripping you off? We hear from some young women this has been happening to and find out what you can do about it.

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking about the 33 US states that are suing Instagram for its mental health toll.  Also, we'll be asking if it's ever a good idea to do free work for your friends?  Plus, Tinder has introduced a new feature where you can ask friends and family to check out the people you've matched with! Host Dave Marchese is joined by Big Small Talk podcast co-host Sarah Jane Adams, and Kick It Forward's Josh Garlepp.

The federal government have announced a new three-year trial called 'the healthy masculinities project' aimed at young boys and men. Will it be able to counter the rise of toxic masculinity?

Misinformation and disinformation have been spreading on social media during the Israel-Gaza conflict. We find out how to spot it and what journalists are doing to verify their reporting.  Also, a ground invasion in Gaza could be any day now, so what would it look like?   Plus, 33 US states have filed a federal lawsuit against Meta, accusing it of contributing to the mental health crisis for young people.  Guests  Javed Ali, former counter terrorism official with the FBI Kelly Lewis, digital media expert, Monash University Ben Buchanan, psychologist and body dysmorphia expert`

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

Humour might not be the dating game-changer we think it is. New research has found there's no connection between how much a person makes you laugh and how attractive you find them. Plus, could a decline in strike action be responsible for low wage growth in Australia?  And, advocates are calling for safe spaces to be included at music festivals for victims of sexual assault and harassment. 

It's the Shakeup and we're talking duds — specifically, the pain of being sold a lemon car and dealers getting away with it. We're also asking whether it's unfair to judge 'nepo babies'. And from Britney to Beckham, we're getting into this recent spate of celebrity memoirs and biographies.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Billy D'Arcy and podcaster and sports reporter, Marlee Silva.

Experts warn our whistleblower laws are stopping people from speaking up.  Plus, we bring you the latest update on the Israel-Gaza war. And, triple j spoke with almost 1,300 local bands, artists, and music creators to get the lowdown on what it's really like in the music industry these days. Guests:  Jason Lee, Save the Children  Kieran Pender, Human Rights Law Centre 

The humanitarian crisis in the Middle East is getting worse, with hundreds feared dead after a blast at a Gaza hospital, and aid unable to reach those in need.  Meanwhile US President Joe Biden is about to visit Isreal. What will the trip achieve? We also get into a controversial Victorian tax on electric cars that's been axed by the High Court.  Plus, why a worker strike is seeing thousands of litres of milk poured down the drain. Guests: Simon Eccleshall, Doctors Without Borders Dr Michael Green, United States Studies Centre at University of Sydney Jo Lauder, Hack reporter

Rental vacancy rates are at a historic low, which means renters are putting up with dodgy properties that may be making them sick or putting them at risk of injury. 

After Australians voted down the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament, the big question is what happens now?  We take a look at what this all means for reconciliation and how and why certain parts of the country voted yes or no. And there are urgent warnings that thousands of civilians' lives are at risk in Gaza, as Isreal prepares to launch a massive ground attack.  Guests: Ben Abbatangelo, Gunaikurnai and Wotjobaluk writer Kos Samaras, polling expert Daniela Gavshon, Australian Director of Human Rights Watch

It's a special edition of the Shakeup, chatting all things Voice to Parliament referendum and the Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joins us on the final day of the campaign. 

We fill you in on everything you need to know about how the referendum will work before you head to the polls this weekend.

We speak with Liberal Senator Kerrynne Liddle, an Arrernte woman with the No campaign about the harm she says this referendum has caused Indigenous Australians.

Film and TV producer and proud Aboriginal woman Rachel Perkins speaks to Hack on how the Yes campaign rates its chances in Saturday's referendum, and what she wants listers to know about the Voice to Parliament. Plus, what's the No campaign's central messaging in the Voice to Parliament debate, and is it working? And, the death toll from a deadly earthquake in Afghanistan keeps climbing, with warnings that more aid is needed. Guests: Rachel Perkins, Yes campaign co-chair

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It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking about how the identity of the world's most famous graffiti artist could have been revealed after he was named in a defamation lawsuit. Plus, what's behind the soaring rates of  mental ill-health experienced by young people? And, why being the boss at a young age sounds way more appealing than it actually is. Host Dave Marchese is joined by journalist Marty Smiley and actress Mabel Li.

Senator Lidia Thorpe has accused the Australian Federal Police of failing to protect her from far-right extreme racist abuse. 

Have you had a repair nightmare? Heaps of people say they've been overcharged for simple tech repairs.  Plus, how the Voice to Parliament referendum results could affect Australia's reputation overseas.  And the Pope has suggested Catholic churches could bless same-sex couples despite finding them "objectively sinful." GUESTS:  Stephen Dziedzic ABC Foreign Affairs reporter Gareth Downing, Deputy CEO of Australian Communications Consumer Action Network Christopher Lamb, Vatican expert  The Revd Dr Peter French

A joint investigation between Hack and ABC's Investigations unit has uncovered reports of alleged sexual assaults and harassment in mental health wards across Australia.  Also, the debate around pill testing at music festivals is in full-swing after two young men died following a festival on the weekend. And did you know what you wanted to do after graduation? There's calls for a national overhaul to career advice systems in schools.  GUESTS:  Dr Jayashri Kulkarni, Head of Psychiatry at Monash University Dr Mary Harrod, DanceWize NSW

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're asking if your rich friends should foot the bill for a fancy meal?  Plus, in the wake of Victorian Premier Dan Andrews' resignation, we're asking when you've suddenly quit something. And, have you ever been stuck somewhere for way too long like work or a boring party? How about a NASA astronaut that spent over a year in space.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by 9 News reporter Elisabeth Moss and entertainer Etcetera Etcetera.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

A new trial has started in NSW and Queensland that will let people resupply the pill without visiting a GP.

What happens next when one of Australia's most divisive premiers quits? 

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're talking break-ups! Why is everyone following US singer Joe Jonas and UK actress Sophie Turner's divorce saga like it's the latest TV drama? Plus, will Victoria's plan to introduce a short-stay accommodation tax actually help with the housing crisis?  And, has moving overseas become too glamorised? Some young expats have been struggling to find places to live and work.  Host Dee Salmin is joined by creator and housing advocate Jack Toohey and Today Show reporter Izabella Staskowski.

Living overseas is a dream for heaps of young Aussies, but some expats are struggling with a lack of work and accommodation.  Also, the government's announced an inquiry into the country's response to the pandemic.  And, Australia's been slammed at an international climate change conference. How do our commitments stack up against the rest of the world?  GUESTS:  Chantelle Al-Khouri, Hack reporter Polly Hemming, Director of the Australia Institute’s Climate and Energy program

Victoria has become the first state in the country to put a levy on short-stay accommodation like Airbnb and Stayz Also, there's been a huge jump in the number of young people being hospitalised with endometriosis. And we take a look at the world's sneaker obsession. Why are we paying so much for shoes? GUESTS: Nicole Gurran, Professor of urban and regional planning, University of Sydney Dr Alexandra Sherlock, fashion lecturer, RMIT University ​​​​​​​Clarification: On 21/9/2023 the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare issued a press release saying their original assertion that hospitalisations for endometriosis had doubled, was wrong. The number of hospitalisations for 20-24 year olds has increased 24 per cent in a decade.

Russell Brand has been accused of rape and sexual abuse by four women, but his fans are sticking by him. Also, students at Australian National University are reeling from an attack by a former student that has left two young women in hospital. Plus, can Apple's new operating system really tell your mood and wellbeing? We find out. And, new research has found pandas struggle when they're sent to new locations because, like us, they suffer jetlag.  Guests: Chantelle Al-Khouri, Hack reporter Xanthe Lowe-Brown, PhD candidate at the Centre for AI and Digital Ethics Riley Stuart, ABC reporter Kristine Gandia, PhD candidate at University of Stirling in Scotland

Nearly three years after a huge Hack and Four Corners investigation into sexual violence on dating apps, the government has said the companies behind these apps need to do more to keep people safe. So is it enough? Also, an investigation into deadly flooding in the north African nation of Libya is underway, after more than 11,000 people were killed in the disaster. And, why so many parts of the country are suffering through an early season heatwave. Guests: Kath Albury, Professor, Swinburne University of Technology Sarah Perkins-Kirkpatrick, Associate Professor, University of New South Wales

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're asking you if you get pissed off by political text messages? Is it more or less likely to make you support their cause? And, why Australia needs to consider 'third places' that aren't homes or offices in the design of its cities. Plus, property developer Tim Gurner has sparked outrage by saying that unemployment needs to go up so that workers feel more grateful to their bosses. Host Jo Lauder is joined by Greens local councillor Adam Pulford and Guardian journalist Matilda Boseley.

Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin have spent time together this week but what does this relationship mean for the rest of the world and the war in Ukraine?

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Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have faced backlash for supporting former co-star Danny Masterson, who was convicted of raping two women. But did you know character references are used in some child sexual abuses in Australia?

Noise-cancelling headphones and ear plugs are more popular than ever but could too much silence actually be bad for you?

It's the Friday Shakeup and we're asking how important you think work is in your life? A new study found that people are less likely to say work should come first than in previous decades.  Plus, if you shop at op shops, have you noticed that prices have gone up? And have you ever thought about what the role of charity shops is? And, we chat about the big news of the week with the Qantas CEO Alan Joyce retiring early after a lot of drama for the company.  Host Tim Shepherd is joined by comedian and podcaster Billy D'Arcy and news.com.au journalist Eliza Barr.

After a rough few years of bushfire and COVID restrictions, hopes had been high for this season's snow. But a warmer than usual winter has got operators wondering if the industry can survive. Speaking of industries that are struggling, live music venues seem to be shutting down at record speed. So could crowdsourcing and community ownership be the answer? We look at the case of the iconic Tote in Melbourne. Youth crime keeps making the headlines, but we don't really talk about why youth offending occurs in the first place. Hack has been granted rare access to a detention facility in Tasmania, and spoken with inmates about a new music project. Guests: Leanne McLean, Tasmanian Commissioner for Children and Young People Dr Sam Whiting, lecturer at the University of South Australia .

You might not be thinking about having kids yet, but you've probably seen young parents and influencers talking about it online. But not everyone has a calming, wonderful, instagrammable birth experience.  Plus, dating can be tough for anyone, but having a chronic illness can make it even more complicated. We hear what it's like for young single people dating with their illnesses.  And, we find out about the protests at French schools against the government's ban of a traditional muslim dress called the abaya.  Guests  Rachelle Chee, Associate Lecturer and midwife, Central Queensland University  Dr Renae Barker, law lecturer, University of Western Australia

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Burning Man Festival in the Nevada desert is usually known for the dust, but this year, a downpour of rain has brought epic muddy chaos and one death.  Plus, the federal Opposition leader, Peter Dutton, has suggested a second referendum to recognise First Australians if the Voice to Parliament fails, but what would that look like? And, we meet a 20-year-old climate activist from the Solomon Islands calling on the Australian government to do more to stop climate change.  Guests: Kerrynne Liddle, South Australian Liberal Senator and Arrente woman Zedi Vahia Devesi, 20-year-old climate activist from the Solomon Islands Remy Hii, Australian actor 

It's the Shakeup and we're asking how long is too long for a voice memo? And could video memos be about to have their moment? Plus, there are calls for "don't be a jerk" laws to be introduced to stop companies from engaging in unfair practices like luring you into a subscription trap.  And whether you love a lappie (or a blockie or mainie) or hate it, we're taking a look at this Aussie hobby.  Host Tim Shepherd is joined by journalist Em Gillespie and social media sensation Outback Tom.

We get behind the wheel with 'blockie route' drivers to see how fuel prices might be threatening this Aussie tradition (which you might also know as lappies or mainies). Plus, have gig workers' calls for protections at work been answered? We unpack the government's plans to introduce legislation, which will include minimum pay rates.  And Qantas is being sued for allegedly selling flights that didn't exist.  Guests: David Speers, Political Lead at the ABC

Okay so we finally know when we'll be voting on whether Australia should change the Constitution to include an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.  Confused about how voting will work? We got you. Plus, we take a look at the latest 10-year strategy on eating disorders, which has just been released. Guests: Thomas Mayo, Yes campaigner Evan Ekin-Smyth, Australian Electoral Commission Mark Butler, federal Minister for Health

Calls for Spain's soccer federation president to resign are only getting stronger after he kissed player Jenni Hermoso, who says it was not consensual.  We unpack the world-wide uproar and look at what Luis Rubiales has to say.  Plus, a Sydney woman is turning her time behind bars into an app for other inmates struggling in the prison system.  And surgeons have pulled a living roundworm from a New South Wales woman's brain. Guests: Isobel Cootes, Optus Sports football journalist Dr Sanjaya Senanayake, infectious disease expert at Canberra Hospital

The Victorian Government is going ahead with a trial looking into when users of medicinal cannabis should be allowed to get behind the wheel. Plus, three US marines have died and others are injured after a crash during a military training exercise north of Darwin. And have you ever wondered if you could afford to rent oversees? We compare rental markets across the world.  Guests: Professor John Blaxland, Australian National University Dr Matty Moore, GP  Casey Briggs, ABC data journalist

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about what it means to go into Olympic mode. And do you have a friend who's always in the right place at the right time? Plus, we unpack why Australia's oldest MP reckons people under the age of 36 shouldn't be in Parliament. When was the last time you thanked a bus driver? Research has found that very few of us are polite to transport workers. Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Anthony Locascio and comedian and podcaster Lauren Bonner.

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Grocery giants are raking it in while many Australians struggle to afford the basics.  Plus, we break down the new plan to revive the troubled Murray Darling Basin.  And hardly any of us use cash regularly any more, but we unpack how a cashless society could affect groups who are already disadvantaged. Guests: Professor Gary Mortimer, QUT Business School Chris Berg, Blockchain Innovation Hub at RMIT University

There's heaps of discussion about whether there should be a retirement age for politicians here in Australia.

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It's the Shakeup and we're chatting about your weird sleeping habits. Do you swap sides of the bed?  Plus, we're talking about the game that gripped the nation! Our Matildas playing in the World Cup finals. And I don't know about you, but we're still low-key pissed we're not getting a public holiday. Host Dave Marchese is joined by podcaster Josh Garlepp, and Sky Sports reporter and founder of Brown Girl Sport Miriam Walker-Khan. 

Ten young women competed at this year's Ekka to be named Queensland Country Life Showgirl for 2023. Does the award still have any meaning in the modern world? More and more retail and hospo workers, and even real estate agents, are using body worn cameras to deal with aggressive customers and clients. But there are warnings it might breach our privacy. And, what happened to the tens of thousands of women who took to the streets of Iran to protest a crackdown on wearing the hijab? Guests: Professor Peter Holland,  Swinburne University Marty Smiley, reporter

There's so much excitement around the Matildas semifinal match against England in the World Cup. We hear from some of the fans ahead of the showdown. Also, the Matildas have their own sporting rituals before a game and so do fans, but do superstitions actually help us or our team? And national cabinet has met today in Brisbane and rental rights and reform was on the agenda. So, has anything changed? Guests: Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter Dr Keis Ohtsuka, psychology lecturer at Victoria University Shalailah Medhora, Hack political reporter

Four Australian surfers have been found alive off the coast of Aceh in Indonesia after several days lost at sea.We find out about the incredible moment they were spotted by rescuers bobbing on  their surfboards. Plus, the woman at the centre of the deadly mushroom dinner that killed three people in Victoria has give a statement to the media. So how does she explain how this tragedy happened?  And, we hear about a push to introduce random drug and alcohol testing for politicians!  Guests  Maggie Raworth, reporter, Nine News Donna Lu, Science reporter, The Guardian Dr Nicole Lee, Professor (Adjunct), National Drug Research Institute, Curtin University

Australia has made it through to the semifinals in the Women's World Cup, and Matildas-fever is at an all time high. The team's victory is inspiring players at a grassroots level.

It's the Shakeup and we're asking you about the most over-the-top rules you've seen at a holiday rental or hotel.  Plus, do you feel younger or older than your actual age? And our boss has been away this week so we're chatting mischief and workplace dynamics. Host Dave Marchese is joined by Pedestrian Daily podcaster Louis Hanson and Today Show reporter Iza Staskowski.

A lot of research and science that gets done in Australia gets silenced. It's called research suppression, and it can really impact early-career researchers and the environment.

What's behind this TikTok trend that's turning us all into background characters in our own lives? Also, universities respond to claims they're not doing enough to crack down on sexual violence. And a plan to shoot feral horses from helicopters has fired up debate. Why are brumbies so controversial? Guests: Claudia Long, ABC political reporter Anthony Sharwood, author of The Brumby Wars Dr Edith Hill, Flinders University

Geoff and Kitale Wilson are setting off for two years on a fully-sustainable expedition around the world.

When Australia votes in its first referendum since 1999 later this year, about 43 per cent of voters will be Gen Z and Millennials. We unpack how this could influence the outcome for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.  Plus, we journey to north-east Arnhem Land where the country’s biggest gathering of First Nations politics and culture — the Garma festival — has just wrapped up.  Guests: Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price, Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Dean Parkin, campaign director for Yes23

It's the Shakeup and we're chatting about the allegations made against Lizzo this week, which she claims are false and outrageous.  Plus, we're dishing the dirt on bad neighbours after a lotto winner in the UK got some pushback from his over plans to host a "mini Glastonbury" festival on his estate.  And have we lost our sense of etiquette when going to the movies or theatre?  Host Dave Marchese is joined by podcaster and presenter Nic Kelly, and Cheek Media CEO Hannah Ferguson.

Did a South Korean research team just make one of the biggest physics breakthroughs of our time? Scientists around the world are scrambling to find out if bold claims about super conductor advancements are true — but there's a lot of skepticism and caution.  Plus, we break down the latest on Trump's indictment. And this week marks six years since a report exposed widespread sexual violence on uni campuses. What's changed?  Guests:  Emma Shortis, Social and Global Studies lecturer at RMIT Audrey Mims, Stop Campaign Simon Devitt, Centre for Quantum Software and Information, University of Sydney

One of Australia's best surfers, Owen Wright suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2015. We catch up with him and his wife, singer-songwriter Kita Alexander, to hear what it took to be able to walk, talk, surf and win again. And amid growing concerns about gangland shootings in Sydney, a New South Wales Greens MP is calling for cocaine to be legalised to try to stop the violence.  Guests:  Surfer Owen Wright and singer-songwriter Kita Alexander Perry Duffin, Sydney Morning Herald crime reporter

UNESCO has decided not to label the Great Barrier Reef as 'in danger' which has environmentalists scratching their heads. Also, Australian runner Peter Bol was cleared of doping charges, with Sports Integrity Australia finally dropping its seven-month investigation. And classical music is trending with film soundtracks, study music and even trap beats all part of the classical comeback. Hack spoke to composers in their 20s who are making music. Guests Jodie Rummer, reef scientist Kieran Pender, lawyer and sportswriter, The Guardian  Stéphanie Kabanyana Kanyandekwe, ABC Classic

Senator David Pocock says the government should be forced to consider whether new developments will increase environmental disasters before approving them. So he's introducing a bill to federal parliament that would impose a duty of care on the government.  Plus, we look at the issue of youth crime in Queensland — the state with the highest number of children behind bars. And it's time to gear up for the Matilda's high-stakes game against Canada in the FIFA Women's World Cup — if they lose, they're out of the comp.  Guests: Brooke Fryer, ABC journalist Senator David Pocock Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter

It's not the first time that Doja Cat has been snarky to her adoring fans, but has she gone too far this time?  We also discuss the embarrassing notes you keep on your phone that you don't think anyone will ever see.  And, Elon has rebranded Twitter to X, UFOs are now apparently "unidentified anomalous phenomena". What's the point of rebranding things that are also so recognisable?  Guests:  Etcetera Etcetera, entertainer Issy Phillips, journalist and writer at Pedestrian

As more women get into farming, it means that the tradition of the eldest son taking over is changing too. We meet some young female farmers who are looking to inherit the farm instead of their brothers. Plus, what it's like to be diagnosed with a rare and severe form of multiple sclerosis (MS) at 21, just as you're gaining independence in the world and learning about yourself.  And we also find out what went down at the US Congress's public hearings into UFOs! Is there really a cover-up?  Guests:  Dr Lucie Newsome, lecturer at the University of New England. Hannah Tague Dr Brad Tucker, ANU astrophysicist.

Constant news and conversations about climate change can be pretty hard to deal with. How can you help your climate anxiety without totally disengaging with the issue? We also look at how will climate change impact tourism into the future, as extreme heat causes havoc and devastation across parts of the planet.  Plus, how could the construction union's calls for a super profits tax help address the housing crisis?  Guests: Zach Smith, CFMEU Susanne Becken, Professor of Sustainable Tourism at Griffith University Dr Beth Hill, Psychology for a Safe Climate

Whether it's finding someone to teach you or access to a car...getting your driver's licence can be super challenging. But how can not having a licence impact us long term?  Plus, Israeli politicians just passed a deeply controversial judicial reform bill. What does this mean for the country, where protests have been ongoing for months?  And a Senate inquiry looking at sexual consent laws in Australia has begun. Guests: Eve, student protester in Israel  Claudia Long, ABC political reporter Blake Angell, The George Institute for Global Health

Young people with life-limiting illnesses will soon be able to have consistent end of life care under a new plan launched by the federal government today.  And, casual workers are being given new rights to permanent employment in a move designed to improve job security.  Guests: Professor Rae Cooper, University of Sydney Andrew McKellar, Chief Executive of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry Sonia Fenwick, Canberra Grief Centre

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about the Matildas' nailbiting win over Ireland, whether a thumbs up could be seen as a binding agreement and do you reckon time blindness gives you permission to be late at work?  Hack host Dave Marchese is joined by presenter Olan Tekkers and sports presenter Dani Pirello.

A sex education book for teenagers has been removed from some shelves after retail staff were abused over it. We chat to Welcome to Sex co-author Yumi Stynes about the controversy. Plus, we preview the opening match of the FIFA Women's World Cup, which kicks off in Sydney with the Matildas taking on Ireland. And, we meet some young Aussies who are keeping traditions alive with rare and forgotten trades, including making saddles and brooms. Guests Yumi Stynes, author of Welcome to Sex and host of Ladies, We Need to Talk. Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter Andrew Wortes, third-generation broommaker and manager of the Tumut Broom Factory.

What's the issue with unis right now? A massive review into the sector — the Universities Accord — has its interim report in the wild and the government has okayed the first five recommendations.  One of the big ones is about expanding regional university centres, so we talk to students who already use the hubs in their towns and to the Education Minister about what's missing from the report.  Also, the writers' strike continues in Hollywood, with actors joining last week. What does this mean for the Aussie industry? Guests: Jason Clare, Minister for Education Elin Charles-Edwards, population geographer at the University of Queensland Remy Hii, actor

Victoria has pulled out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, saying it's going to cost too much. The shock announcement had a mixed response — sporting groups are angry, but others think it's a smart economic decision. Also, the official arguments for the Yes and No campaigns for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum have been published today.  And, we go to a nature reserve in the Northern Territory where protesters are fighting to save it from being partially demolished to build houses. Guests:  Luke Beck, Associate Professor of Constitutional Law at Monash University David Rowe, Emeritus Professor of Cultural Research at Western Sydney University

There's hope for people who've tried everything to treat their depression with a clinical trial finding one in five were almost symptom-free after taking regular low-doses of ketamine.  And you've probably heard of companies that are "kind to the planet" or "eco-friendly" but these phrases are basically meaningless according to the consumer watchdog, who are calling out greenwashing. Also, the FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off this week, and the Matildas are wondering why the prize money is much less than for the men's comp.  Guests: Chris Davey, Cato Chair of Psychiatry at the University of Melbourne Jo Lauder, Hack reporter Anna Harrington, AAP sports journalist and Far Post co-host

It's the Shakeup and we're talking taking time off booze, the Barbie movie craziness and whether you should get paid less if you work from home. Hack host Dave Marchese is joined by The Daily Aus deputy editor Em Gillespie and KISSFM newsreader Brooklyn Ross.

Being young and having grey hair used to be a no no, but more and more young women in their 20s are looking in the mirror and liking what they see. They're getting louder on social media and they're known as the greyfluencers.  Also, if you could take a trip in a self-driving car, would you do it?  And a United Nations report has found that 735 million people are going hungry across the world. Guests:  Lucia Goldsmith,  Oxfam Australia Michael Milford, Professor of Electrical Engineering at QUT

Steph Lentz was sacked by a Sydney Christian school for being gay in 2021. Now she's written a book called In/Out and we speak to her about what it was like falling into love and out of the church.  Plus, the World Meteorological Organisation says last week was the planet's hottest on record. What can we expect for Australia's summer?  Guests: Steph Lentz, author  Greg Mullins, Emergency Leaders for Climate Action

Tax time can be wonderful when you get a nice little cash bonus in your bank account from a tax return. But some people who've had bumps in the past are getting hit with bills instead. We explain what's changed for tax this year. Access to abortion is going to get a whole lot better in August with the federal government announcing more doctors will be able to prescribe the medication option and more pharmacies will be able to sell it. And have you ever moved to a new place and found it hard to find some new mates? This is even harder in the country where it can be tough to find a new network.  Guests:  Josh Lee, financial advisor Dr Marlee Bower, research fellow at the Matilda Centre for Research in Mental Health and Substance Use

The Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme findings have been delivered, saying the scheme wasn't fair and recommending charges for some of Robodebt's architects. But what does it mean for victims and their families? And why are there hardly any Aussies in our music charts? We chat to someone who has crunched the numbers.  Guests: Bill Shorten, Federal Minister for Government Services Casey Briggs, ABC Data Analyst

It's the Shakeup and we're unpacking the findings from the Royal Commission into Robodebt.  Plus, ANOTHER social media platform? We take a look at Twitter's new rival, Threads, which attracted 30 million users in a day.  And it's been a controversial week in the world of cricket with some drama between Australia and England.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by Marlee Silva from ABC Sport and comedian Josh Garlepp.

Have you noticed bigger cars are getting more popular? Sports utility vehicles — think 'soccer mum' cars — dominate roads right now and it could be bad news for the environment and safety.  Also, the AFL is investigating the illegal sharing of explicit pics of past and present players in a huge leak.  And, could we have found the wildest job? We meet the people braving croc-infested waters in the name of the environment. Guests: Associate Professor Asher Flynn, Monash University Max Laughton, Fox Sports

Researchers are working to help treat people with muscle dysmorphia in Australia, which is when people think their muscles aren't big enough. Also, Bhutan is meant to be the happiest country in the world, but a lot of young people are leaving to move to Australia. And, a new study has found Aussie students don't actually care that much about Federation or Anzac history, and actually find it irrelevant to their lives. Guests: Jordan Martenstyn, the InsideOut Institute for Eating Disorders Avani Dias, ABC South Asia Correspondent Dr Kay Carroll, education lecturer at Western Sydney University

Researchers have been scanning teenagers' brains over the last five years to see if they can predict mental health conditions. Also, why telling someone to "get a job" isn't really a solution for the long-term unemployed. And politicians have weighed in on the controversial stumping of English wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow in the second Ashes Test.  Guests: Professor Daniel Hermens, University of the Sunshine Coast Jayah Eades, research subject Lachlan McKirdy, sports reporter

Thousands of people — many of them teenagers and young people — have been protesting police violence in France. The riots come after a 17-year old was shot dead during a traffic stop. Also, finding your people as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community can be daunting, especially when you're in a small town. Safe spaces can make a huge difference. Plus, what happens in Darwin on the one night Territorians are allowed to use fireworks? The results can be crackers. And, meet Gunaikurnai woman Courtney Burns, who has just been named NAIDOC Youth of the Year. Guests: Matthew Dalton, Paris Correspondent for the Wall Street Journal Courtney Burns, NAIDOC Youth of the Year

It's the Shakeup and we're breaking down the stress, excitement and chaos that filled Swifties' hearts this week. Also, South Korea is changing the way it counts its citizens' age, meaning everyone will get a year or two younger. And we're asking about times you've 'taken one for the team' after a Belgian shot put thrower agreed to compete in the hurdles. Dave Marchese is joined by departing triple j journalist Ange McCormack and comedian Anthony Locascio.

The corruption watchdog in New South Wales has found former premier Gladys Berejiklian and ex-Liberal MP Daryl Maguire engaged in serious corrupt conduct when they were a couple.  Also, could opioids be doing more harm than good when it comes to relieving back pain? Some new research is casting doubt on whether this super strong med is that effective.  And, we speak to the Aussie firefighters who've been helping Canada through its worst wildfire season in modern history.  Guests: Paul Farrell, ABC investigative journalist Dr Caitlin Jones, University of Sydney

The nation's Swifties (four million apparently) dropped everything today hoping to score pre-sale tickets to the Eras Tour. What does this record demand mean for the ticket game and scalping laws in the future?  Also, should gambling advertising during sporting events be scrapped? Here's why it's something the government will have to consider. Guests: Jarni Blakkarly, Choice investigative journalist Associate Professor Alex Russell, Central Queensland University

Female surfers have flooded a mixed competition on the Gold Coast, snapping up most of the spots over frustrations about pay equality in the sport.  Also, there's growing pressure to change the law surrounding the use of spit hoods - masks designed to prevent spitting and biting - on children in police custody. Guests: Lucy Small, professional surfer Sean McKeown, Kirra Longboard Klassic director Latoya Rule, National Ban Spit Hoods Coalition coordinator

A powerful Russian mercenary threatened to march on Moscow, but 36 hours later it was all over. What does this mean for Putin? 

It's The Shakeup and we're breaking down the hectic twists and turns that gripped the world's attention after a tourism submersible visiting the Titanic wreck disappeared.   Also, how often should you wash your clothes? And why do concert-goers insist on throwing stuff at celebrities? Dave Marchese is joined by actor Jessica Marchi and political reporter at the Sydney Morning Herald, Michael McGowan.

Australia's very own eSafety Commissioner is demanding Elon Musk explain a surge in online hate being reported on the platform. Can Australia force one of the richest and most influential people in the world to do anything? Also, What Were You Wearing? is a not-for-profit group fighting to end sexual violence and drink spiking in Australia. They've lodged a petition with thousands of signatures in NSW Parliament to try and get hospitality staff better equipped to deal with spiking in venues. And how much does what we do after work impact our mood and our sleep? A lot. We find out how to use your before-bed time for a "mastery experience" like knitting, puzzles, crosswords. Guests: Julie Inman Grant, e-Safety Commissioner Dr Amantha Imber, organisational psychologist and TimeWise author

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It's the stuff of nightmares… a tourism submarine visiting the Titanic wreck has gone missing, with only 96 hours of oxygen supply for the passengers.  The Greens have teamed up with the Coalition to block a $10 billion housing fund and defer it until October. So, why did these unlikely bedfellows stop the vote, when so many Australians are facing a housing crisis?  And it feels like there's a lot of judgement about under-25s that have kids, but these young mums in regional Victoria are loving it.  Guests:  Max Chandler-Mather, Greens MP Eric Fusil, University of Adelaide Shipbuilding Hub

Australians are one step closer to voting on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament with the Senate passing the special laws required to put on the referendum. For the Voice to be enacted, more than half of Australians will have to vote "yes" nationwide and four out of six of the states will also have to have a "yes" majority. We speak to First Nations Australians with different views on the change. Guests: Shalailah Medhora, Hack political reporter Mililma May, Kulumbirigin Danggalaba Tiwi woman and Uprising of the People CEO Ben Abbatangelo, Gunaikurnai and Wotjobaluk writer

It's the Shakeup, and we are sifting through the big issues, like should we ban pet cats once and for all? Why is politics such a difficult and sometimes dangerous place for women? And should we lower the voting age to 16? Host Jo Lauder is joined by Animal Justice Party MP Georgie Purcell and The Conversation's deputy arts and culture editor Patrick Lenton.

When you were studying in high school or university, did you ever use prescription drugs (like Ritalin) to help you stay up and get your work done? Some new research has found taking them may not make you work harder or smarter at all. Plus, Senator Lidia Thorpe made some shocking allegations in parliament this week. We break down how parliamentary privilege works. And, are you tuning out of the news? It looks like more than two-thirds of Australians are actively avoiding news with Gen Z women losing the most interest. Guests: Dr Elizabeth Bowman, Centre for Brain, Mind and Market, University of Melbourne Shalailah Medhora, Hack's political reporter Dr Sora Park, News & Media Research Centre,University of Canberra

A Melbourne woman says she was fired for telling her colleagues about her pay rise. What are your rights in this situation? Shark nets at beaches have been controversial for years and an environmental group reckons some of the animals caught aren't reported in government data. And Paul McCartney is working with AI to release a new Beatles track with John Lennon's voice. We take a look at how artificial intelligence is changing the music industry. Guests: Glen James, host of my millennial money podcast Andre Borell, Envoy Foundation Justin Shave, co-founder of Uncanny Valley

There's a new campaign launched  to lower the voting age in Australia from 18 to 16, but would it work and who would it benefit? 17-year-old Wah Nay Moo is hiding in the Thai jungle trying to escape the Myanmar military government. His cousin is trying to him into Australia, but with the backlog of humanitarian visas, it's a long and dangerous wait. And a Victorian report on mental health has found people who suffered "gross human rights violations" during treatment should be offered compensation by the state government.  Guests: Graham Thom, Australian refugee advisor for Amnesty International Simon Katterl, mental health consultant Intifar Chowdhury, ANU School of Politics and International Relations

It's the Shakeup and we're talking … about the very unpopular "advice" being dished out by the Reserve Bank governor, how the PETA founder is bequeathing her body parts to world leaders and the new Qantas casual.  Dave Marchese is joined by actor and comedian Ruby Teys and SMH crime reporter Perry Duffin.

A lot of people hate disruptive protests, like throwing paint on a famous artwork or stopping traffic on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. But there's a good reason protesters are going to these extremes. On another extreme topic, the federal government has flagged new legislation to ban Nazi symbols including the public display of flags, on armbands and T-shirts. We also hear from some country folk getting their medical degrees so they can head back home and help out with rural doctor shortages. And did you see a crocodile overseas somehow managed to reproduce by herself? Yep. Didn't even need a man croc to help her. Guests: Dr Aiden Ricketts, Southern Cross University Josh Burns, Federal Member for Macnamara Billy Collett, Australian Reptile Park

Have you ever been drink spiked? It's pretty scary. What about needle spiking? It seems like a crazy thing to happen, but there are reports of people who have been injected with a substance without their consent in Australian clubs and pubs. We hear from two friends who got needle spiked on a night out in Sydney, talk to experts about the problem and find out what you should do if you get spiked. Guests: Helena Conibear, chief executive of the the UK Alcohol Education Trust David Caldicott, ANU Medical School

At the moment, Aussie performers are involved in more than 12 massive Broadway shows, and changes are coming to make it more accessible for people to audition than ever before. We hear from some of the stars leading the way. Have you ever considered moving back in with your family to help ease your cost-of-living costs? Now some people are moving back in with their parents and grandparents to ease their financial burden too.   And for a long time, people have assumed young people in the country fall behind their city peers because of socio-economic status, but it turns out there might be something else going on instead.  Guests: Dr Edgar Liu, Senior Research Fellow at the UNSW City Futures Research Centre Dr Philip Roberts, Associate Professor in Rural Education at the University of Canberra

Have you ever thought what would happen if you jumped out of a plane skydiving … and the parachute didn't open? Brad Guy survived this worst-case scenario, with his family and close friends all watching him in freefall. We chat to him about his experience and the aftermath dealing with PTSD and mental illness. Also, more than 20 years after being jailed over the deaths of her four children, Kathleen Folbigg has been pardoned and released from prison in NSW. Guests: Brad Guy, author of Freefall Michelle Ruyters, RMIT's Bridge of Hope Innocence Project

It's The Shakeup and we're talking... Why do premiers and prime ministers keep quitting? What's the shadiest s**t you've ever done during an internship? And can you really rewrite your history on the internet? Dave Marchese is joined by influencer Alisha Aitken-Radburn and Zak Kirkup, National Indigenous Times ( plus former WA Liberal Party leader).

It feels like there's always been this debate about whether blue balls is real or not. But there hasn't been a heap of scientific research about it… until now.  After years and an estimated $25 million spent on the case, a judge dismissed Ben Roberts-Smith's defamation claim against The Age, the SMH and the Canberra Times (plus journalists). The court found the newspapers proved the unlawful killings, bullying and domestic violence portrayed in the stories were true. And did you see that Air New Zealand is going to be weighing passengers? So why do they need to do this? Guests:  Jamie McKinnell, ABC reporter Wendy Zukerman, Science Vs host and executive producer Doug Drury, head of aviation at CQ University

There are still heaps of uni students who have to take work placements to finish their degrees — especially in areas like teaching and healthcare. But it's sending some below the poverty line and is it really fair?  And the AFL has completed it's review of Hawthorn Football Club and made no adverse findings against former staff, despite some serious allegations of racism towards indigenous players and their partners at the club.  Guests: Professor John Evans, Swinburne University of Technology's Pro Vice-Chancellor of Indigenous Engagement Isaac Wattenberg, co-founder of Students Against Placement Poverty Christine Morley, Professor of Social Work QUT

What's a little luxury in your life? In this current cost of living crisis, is putting yourself first something you can't find the cash for?  Also, the South Australian Government is cracking down on protesters which could see people fined up to $50,000 — or even three months in jail — for obstructing a public place. Plus, are you into breakdancing? It's the newest addition to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris and the fight is on to secure spots for Aussie competitors.  Guests:  Jane Monica-Jones, financial therapist Rachael Gunn, Australia's top-ranked B-girl

The US says it's ready for conflict in outer space, saying Russia and China have left the nation "no choice" but to prepare for Milky Way warfare, but what would a fight in space look like?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Netflix banning password sharing, the generational praise divide and whether the media will ever improve in discussing race.

People are being charged $3K for an ADHD diagnosis and a 95-year-old grandma has died after being tasered by police in her nursing home.

Will WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange ever be free? Plus, the new mental health training program for hospo workers. And is Modi really the 'most popular leader in the world'?

triple j Drive presenter Michael Hing tells us what it's like rocking up to work each day knowing you'll face racial abuse, Stan Grant leaves Q+A over racial attacks and hope for women with PCOS.

Aussies love cocaine, can office romances ever work and stricter rules for buy now, pay later services.

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Biden cancelling on Albo last minute, f***ing up online and how much of your personal life should you share at work?

The guy who oversaw the trial of Bruce Lehrmann has been temporarily replaced, the Titanic wreck has been fully visualised for the first time and should you tell your boss about your mental illness?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

Young women are being targeted to freeze their eggs despite the science being unclear. Plus, what ever happened to KONY 2012? And how can you cut down on food wastage and save money?

There's mass protests over a new stadium in Tasmania, Dungeons and Dragons is taking off in FNQ and is it time for us to become a republic?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Eurovision, the budget and the sign of the MrBeast.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

The federal budget has landed, but it doesn't seem to deal with the cost of living crisis facing young people. We ask the government some hard questions about their budget priorities. 

Should airlines be forced to pay us for delays and cancellations? Plus, the First Nations women's rehab providing culturally safe care.

Deepfake porn is being made targetting Aussie women, COVID is no longer a public healthy emergency and when was the last time you went to the dentist?

It's the Shakeup and we're talking Bali's tourist tax, the US writers strike and Charles' big day.

Uni staff are on strike this week, a student has been assaulted in Darwin and is mind-reading tech nearly here?

Will the coronation reflect a 21st century Australia, how much do you know about Tourette's, and does fracking affect climate change?

The federal government has announced massive vaping reforms ahead of the budget next week – so what’s changing? 

Have you ever considered buying a property with your sibling or a friend? The federal government is broadening out the eligibility for the Home Guarantee Scheme so now you can.

Should Barry Humphries' history of transphobic comments be overlooked in death? Plus, why do people love to hate on Tasmania and one Sydney landlord is charging men more rent than women.

The cost-of-living crisis is kicking our asses, but just how bad is it? Well, a rental affordability snapshot was released today, which found no rentals in the country were affordable for a single person on youth allowance...

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

The army is entering the missile age, young veterans reflect on Anzac Day and a cane farmer who overcame the odds.

The world's worst proposal, student debt stress and SpaceX's latest fail.

Young people are making a difference in local government, there's a Future Generations Commissioner and poeple are waiting years for medical specialists.

RIP Father Bob, 28,000 young people are homeless, Fox News has paid billions to avoid court and how to help your friends when they're struggling with their mental health.

Rental apps are gouging renters, public drunkenness laws changed in Victoria and hope for people with OCD.

The government has rejected a proposal to freeze student, the boom in Botox injections and we want to know if driving instructors are harassing learner drivers.

What's it like being a workaholic? And Fyre festival is back for round two!

The government's banning the use of debt collectors for welfare debts, a survivor of the Hillcrest jumping castle tragedy speaks publicly for the first time and what's it like being addicted to work?

AFL players keep getting racially abused, the UK government is planning to get a million smokers to take up vaping, and Taylor Swift's break up has us wondering why we care about celebrity relationships?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

The Liberals will oppose the Voice and financial abuse is way more common than you'd think.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

Remembering one of Australia's most influential Aboriginal leaders, having parents in prison makes you six times more likely to be incarcerated and why we need to update our gun laws.

Should eSports be part of the Olympics and Elon's 'freaked out' by AI.

Gaming is coming to the Olympics, trans rights matter, our response to youth suicide is flawed and there'll be legal consequences for countries that harm the environment.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

Hundreds of thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest their PM Benjamin Netanyahu, the federal government has established a new youth advisory panel and we found water on the moon!

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

Nazis outside parliament, anti-trans protest and the AFP tackled Senator Lidia Thorpe — WTF is going on?!

The proposed question for the Voice referendum revealed, NSW goes to the polls and what if a speech at your birthday got you cancelled?

The NT government has announced changes to bail laws and new police powers after a young bottle shop worker was stabbed to death, fish kill clean up in Menindee and will Trump be arrested?

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

Victoria is banning the Nazi salute, Gwyneth Paltrow is facing backlash for new 'diet' and the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Putin.

Oscar nominees being given parcels of outback land, that US exchange student and why the Hemsworths abandoning Byron could see property prices fall.

Research into long COVID could help people with chronic fatigue, floods in northern Australia and how do we know what dinosaurs actually looked like?

Students are living in poverty due to the cost of living crisis, young sports stars struggling with their mental health and is the government doing enough on climate change?

The government has signed a $368 billion deal for nuclear submarines, the AFL is facing a concussion class action and would you drop everything to sail across the world?

How the pokies lobby got a NSW minister fired, the pitfalls of flying with a disability and why are people so angry about 15-minute cities?

Prominent activist Sally Rugg is suing her former employer Kooyong MP Monique Ryan over the hours she was expected to work as Ryan's chief of staff. Plus, Adidas has $2 billion worth of Yeezy's that they don't know what to do with. And whether it's being called "daddy" or "good girl", what gives you the ick?

A look at the governments Safeguard Mechanism, mining to tackle climate change and mating mice.

There's a journo in her 20's who's taking on the Taliban, home owners struggle to pay their bills and women are being forced into prostitution through human trafficking. 

Right now there are thousands of Australians with cancer anxiously waiting for a potentially life saving blood stem cell or bone marrow donation, and adults under 35 can help.

Having COVID might increase your risk of getting herpes, online retailers have been lying to sell vapes and why we're Gen F***ed.

Bluesfest has removed Sticky Fingers from their line-up after weeks of backlash. Plus, could you fall in love with a robot? And Gen Z can't figure out old school tech.

Cause for hope for global LGBTQIA+ rights, the first openly trans US senator, and living a double life because you can't come out to your family.

Meta has announced a new tool to scrub nude images of children under that age of 18. Plus, rocket launches are damaging the ozone layer and are we living in the 'post-romance' era?

A major change to super tax breaks could reign in intergenerational inequality and one year on from the Lismore floods.

The Queensland government has announced it will provide illicit drug testing. Plus, eating disorders are on the rise but the healthcare system isn't prepared for the crisis. And what's like to get divorced in your 20s?

Revelations that Roald Dahl's books have been made more politically correct has sparked outrage. Plus, is it ethical that Aussie companies are making mega profits in the middle of a cost of living crisis? And the benefits of a four-day work week

In 2021 Josh Cavallo made history by becoming the first out pro soccer player currently playing, so what's next for this inspiring role model? Plus, why we need more young men as carers.

Leaving Spacey Jane, Ukraine one year on, and why old people don't like new music.

Laneway festival left disabled patrons feeling unwelcome, childcare workers are quitting in huge numbers and a teenager has been diagnosed with Alzeheimer's.

Zuckerberg is introducing a feature no one wants or asked for: buying a blue tick for you Insta. Plus, the worsening rental crisis means more people are moving back into sharehouses.

Are Gen Z the "sexless generation"? Plus, gay conversation 'therapy' to be banned in NSW and the spy balloons that weren't for spying.

What's it like being openly queer in the public eye? Australia will send $18 million to earthquake ravaged Türkiye and Syria. And what's the most eco-friendly meat?

Poly people are unhappy with the Bachie, junior doctors are suing the government, and what the hell is happening with the derailed train in Ohio?

What is the future of space travel? Can you find love in a regional town? And how do we stop people from ODing at festivals?

Around 19,000 refugees will soon be eligible to stay permanently, we need a better understanding of burnout, and why does the US keep shooting down 'spy' balloons?

Is God they/them? What do First Nations people think of the Voice? And do men who drive sports car have small dicks?

Endo affects 1 in 9 women, so why don't we know more about it? Plus, the government's found a bunch of Chinese spyware in their buildings and we meet the young people improving regional Australia.

Could killer fungi really turn us all into zombies like in The Last of Us? Plus, TikTok is testing local creators' patience and women reviewing their exes on social media could see them sued for defamation.

A powerful magnitude-7.8 earthquake has rocked wide swathes of Türkiye and neighbouring Syria. Plus does the collapse of OpenPay spell the beginning of the end for buy now, pay later schemes?

Prescription psilocybin and MDMA allowed, the US shoots down a Chinese spy balloon, and the latest on the Indigenous Voice to Parliament.

It's the Shakeup and we're talking… ChatGPT, social jetlag, and whether you should have to hang out with your audience?

Clashes outside Pell's funeral, the petition to ban advertising of tanning products on social media, and why an increasing number of people are being forced to put off important medical treatment.

Bringing the dodo back from the dead, the Robodebt Royal Commission, and nightclub discrimination

ChatGPT is creating shockwaves across society. So, what does the future of artificial intelligence hold? Plus, is there a 'gay glass ceiling'? And we join two cold case divers on their latest search.

The federal government has announced a massive new national cultural policy for the arts and we go inside the high schools affiliated with Opus Dei.

Taryn Brumfitt has spent a decade advocating for body positivity.

Sextortion, where someone tricks or coerces you into sending sexual images of yourself and then threatens to share the images unless you pay up, is on the rise and its targeting teenage boys.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has flown into Alice Springs today after days of pressure from the federal opposition and national media over crime and alcohol-fuelled violence in the town.

Divisive internet personality Andrew Tate will remain behind bars until the end of February after his appeal to be released was rejected last week.

From Beliebers to Beatlemaniacs, strong fanbases have been around for decades. 

Police overseas are using DNA databases from private ancestry companies to help solve crimes. Could it happen here too?

Northern Victoria's devastating floods, sees communities band together to pick up the pieces.

What to do if you're expected to fork out thousands for someone else's big day.

Dr Kylie Moore-Gilbert tells us her extraordinary story of surviving more than 800 days in an Iranian prison, locked up for crimes she says she didn't commit. 

A year after they came out as non-binary, music superstar G Flip brought us a powerful song unpacking their journey to where they are now.

Sports changerooms: you get into your uniform there before your game, and shower there after. But for many female and gender diverse players, it's not that simple.

We're revisting one of the biggest stories of last year: why can getting an IUD inserted be excruciating?

There's scientific evidence that shows fear can trump pain in the brain, which could explain why some people with chronic pain enjoy slasher movies.

Just as we're getting used to our lives being dictated by La Niña, a different weather phenomenon may be on its way.

The youth mental health crisis ain't getting any better, but memes are helping some young people lighten the load.

Would you drink milk that's grown in a lab?  It could be on supermarket shelves in the next couple of years.

In 2019, 150 French citizens were asked to come up with their country's climate policy and told that their ideas would be adopted. Did it work?

Do you really struggle to pay attention? You might think you just have no self-control, but experts say it's not your fault.

We went on to the set of a new murder mystery series filmed in rural Australia that delves into Australian South Sea Islander history. 

From an isolated paddock to the screens of millions, young farmers are taking off on social media. 

We're revisiting one of the creepier stories we ran this year: remember when a Google engineer said he reckoned one of the company's artificial intelligence systems was sentient?

20 years ago, 18-year-old Mitch was on a dream trip in Bali with his brother and best mates. His life changed in an instant after a bomb went off metres from where he was standing. in Kuta in October 2002 with his brother Jake and some mates. There life would never be the same again after surviving the deadliest terror attack against Australians. 

The National Native Title Tribunal has paved the way for the controversial Narrabri Gas Project to go ahead, rejecting a novel climate change argument that traditional owners had hoped would stop the development.

Saul Griffith has an ambitious plan to save the planet. And it all begins at home.

After her partner died, Ellidy was given hours to make a life-altering decision: would she use his sperm to try for the baby they'd always wanted? 

On top of the death and destruction, the war in Ukraine has also had a huge impact on youth culture and the music industry. 

It's been over six months since Labor won the federal election and Anthony Albanese became Prime Minister.

It's been a wild old ride hasn't it so this episode we are lookin' back with a big ol' telescope at 2022, the BEST and the WORST.

We started this year with one government and we're ending it with a different one. 

2022 brought huge changes for social media platforms, viral songs we'll never get out of our heads and a kid who shot to fame just for loving corn!

We've heard the phrase 'getting back to normal' HEAPS over the past year, but what is 'normal'?

The slap, Spitgate and one hell of a theme song: this is what captured the cultural zeitgest this year.

Prince Harry and Meghan's new doco premiered this week, revealing some hectic treatment from the Royals. Plus Elon Musk has been accused of converting Twitter offices into bedrooms, and Margot Robbie's 'unscripted kiss' with Brad Pitt has raised some eyebrows. 

This year, we've heard an increasing number of stories involving drink spiking, needle spiking, and non-consensual drugging. Now, we want to hear from you. 

His lyrics inspire activists around the world but anger Iranian officials.

Environmental groups have welcomed an overhaul of Australia's environmental laws.

Our bright and bubbly mate Bridget Hustwaite is hanging up her headphones and farewelling triple j. 

These young traditional owners have lived opposite the Carmichael Mine for more than a year. 

New research has found that the lyrics of our favourite songs can say a lot about how we behave in our closest relationships.

What's going on with Meningococcal?

Indonesia's looking to ban sex outside of marriage and the punishment could be jail time.

Male fertility rates  around the world have dropped by more than 60 per cent in the last 50 years. It's got experts, business people and governments around the world super worried.

The Liberal and National parties face a fight for their political life because they've failed to attract voters under the age of 40, according to the Australian Electoral Study.

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold banned his players from using social media during their record breaking World Cup campaign, so did it work? Scientists say 'absolutely'. 

Eating disorder support services can't keep up with demand, after a spike in the number of people seeking help after the pandemic. 

We're diving into the Balenciaga saga, forming friendships at work and suddenly every one in Australia is a fan of the Socceroos as they make it to the knockout round of the World Cup. 

More than four million Australians have some form of disability. That's about one in five of us.

Parliament has made the highly unusual and highly embarrassing move of censuring a former prime minister.

The government wants to stop teens vaping by bringing in new rules, like banning flavours and introducing plain packaging.

There are concerns that working the night shift can be detrimental to human health. 

We don't have all the details of the Voice to Parliament yet, but already one major party has declared it won't support it.

Young people are facing financial stress as the rental squeeze continues to tighten across the country. 

Should a drone really be able to deliver your HSP?

Gender-diverse players say policies about hormones in some community sports make it hard to find a space where they're safe and included. 

Significant protests have swept across China's mainland, with some calling for an end to COVID-19 restrictions and others for the removal of the president.

The stories that matter to young Australians, in your ears and 24/7 on your feeds.

It's the Shakeup and we're talking...

How in touch are the state's political parties with young voters ahead of the weekend's election?

NASA says astronauts will be living and working on the moon by the end of the decade.

The federal government will legislate new protections for Indigenous heritage sites after Rio Tinto's destruction of a sacred rock shelter at Juukan Gorge in WA.

We've seen celebrities do it for years: making break-up announcements over social media. 

Australian researchers have a bright idea to make a highly polluting industry accountable by embedding a code in plastic that would trace it back to the manufacturer.

Despite the procedure being legal all over the country, people outside the major cities face difficulties accessing abortions.

A 5.6 magnitude quake south-east of Jakarta has left at least 162 people dead, many of whom were children.

FIFA has banned players from wearing armbands to support the LGBTQIA+ community in Qatar, causing yet more controversy at this year's World Cup.

Access to disability support in remote areas can be a huge struggle, but one young Norfolk Island resident says having decent support has changed his life. 

Flood-ravaged areas are being warned more mozzies are on the way, and they're enormous.

While most people have a pretty positive experience, a lot of young Australians are "racking up unaffordable debts" through "buy now, pay later" companies. New government regulations, such as credit checks, could soon become a part of the application to access companies such as Afterpay and Zip. Live guests: Stephen Jones, Minister for Financial Services Melissa Browne, financial educator

Young people have shared their experiences of dating in their teenage years, including some who said they were at risk of death at the hands of their partner. 

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Emma Gillespie, presenter and journalist at Mamamia, and KIISFM newsreader Brooklyn Ross.

Conservatives are worried that young, single women are threatening right-wing politics. Plus, lowering the age of independence for Centrelink payments, and why a billion young people are at risk of hearing loss. 

The etiquette around phubbing, or snubbing the people you're with to look at your phone. Plus, NSW's Central West is flooding, Iran has sentences a protester to death, and music festivals are struggling to survive a run of bad luck.

COVID cases in Australia have increased by almost 50 per cent over the past week. Plus, inflation is piling extra debt onto students, and the global population has hit 8 billion.

The man known as the "King of Crypto" has lost a $25 billion fortune in just a few days. Plus, leaked audio reveals Queensland police staff in racist conversations, and Ukrainian troops have taken the southern city of Kherson.

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with The Daily Aus's Sam Koslowski and comedian Nina Oyama.

Research has found talking to strangers can improve your wellbeing. Plus, the controversy over the exploitation of migrant workers at this year's Qatar World Cup, and some tips for recycling properly.

A Sydney University law student reckons an exam question may have trolled her for her conservative political beliefs. Plus, hackers have posted Medibank customer's personal information, and Dylan Alcott has launched a new employment website. 

The race is on to get as many at-risk people vaccinated against monkey pox before World Pride next year. Plus, the US mid-term elections are underway, a NSW parliamentary inquiry has found the treatment of First Nations fishers "unacceptable", and there's a blood moon tonight.

The federal government has ordered a review of the migration system, saying it's currently broken. Plus, TikTok is allowing Sportsbet to run gambling ads, and COP27 has begun in Egypt.

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Pedestrian Daily podcast host Louis Hanson and actor and comedian Samantha Andrew.

Hearings of the royal commission into the automated debt-recovery scheme known as Robodebt have started. Plus, more young people are getting their faces tattooed, and Brazil has elected a new government.

Australia is cracking down on gambling companies with product warnings like "Chances are you're about to lose". Plus, the American rapper Takeoff has been shot dead at a party, a TikTok comedian has been found guilty of encouraging criminal behaviour, and rallies for Cassius Turvey are being held around the country.

Elon Musk's plans to shake up Twitter after buying the platform for $68 billion. Plus, the relatives of former Islamic State fighters are returning to Australia from detention camps in Syria, and a tiny Tasmanian town is finally getting piped water it can drink.

IUDs are one of the safest and most effective contraceptives out there, but the process of having one inserted can be excruciatingly painful. Here's why — and why there's not more access to pain relief.

Join Hack's Ange McCormack with actor Remy Hii and political lobbyist Alisha Aitken-Radburn.

The alleged murder of an Indigenous schoolboy in Perth has sparked anger around the country. Plus, the Socceroos are protesting Qatar's human rights record and the trial of Bruce Lehrmann has been torpedoed.

We've combed through the Budget papers to find out what it means for young people, including those in rural and regional Australia.

The law is silencing women who want to speak about their experiences of sexual harassment and assault. Plus, the remarkable story of a trans woman's journey from homelessness, and the UK has a new PM.

Have you ever skipped asking the landlord for permission and fixed up your rental yourself? Plus, the crisis of missing Indigenous women, and climate protesters attacking art.

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with News Corp court reporter Eliza Barr and writer, commentator and former WA Liberals leader Zak Kirkup.

In East Africa, one of the worst droughts in memory has left millions without food. We hear from people on the ground in Somalia and their friends and family in Australia, as well as experts and politicians.

Experts say mechanical and physical restraints are being over-used in our mental health care system. Plus, Canberra pill testing has discovered a new ketamine-like drug, and we explore the truth behind "core memories".

The trial of the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins is wrapping up. Plus, Musicians Australia wants a $250 minimum fee for gigs, and we look at who's most at risk of losing their job if the economy falters.

Record numbers of teachers are quitting the profession, Tasmania and Victoria are experiencing major flooding, and Star Casino is having its licence revoked. 

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Mamamia presenter and journalist Em Gillespie and social media sensation Olan Tekkers.