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Hack brings you the stories that matter to young people. Every weekday host Dave Marchese and the triple j Hack team cover the latest news, politics and culture from all around Australia.
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When banter crosses a line into bullying, the impacts can be devastating. Hazing culture is so prevalent on Australian job sites, it's one of the reasons apprentices are quitting their jobs and dropping out of their trade altogether. In this episode we hear your experiences - from getting attacked with nails to being forbidden to touch the tools as a woman - and find out what you can do if something like this is happening to you. Guests:Yolanda Robson, Director of the Young Workers CentreGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has been called out by the opposition leader for wearing a Joy Division T-shirt. Sussan Ley reckons the Prime Minister should've known better, because the name Joy Division is linked to the parts of Nazi concentration camps where women were forced into prostitution.And, Buckingham Palace has announced Prince Andrew will be stripped of his royal titles and removed from the Royal Lodge on the grounds of Windsor.Plus, it's a nightmare come true. At least nine schools in Queensland taught their ancient history students the wrong topic for their exams. Host Dave Marchese is joined by comedian Billy D'Arcy and author Lucinda Price (aka Froomes).Get the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Queensland students have been left scratching their heads after it was revealed at least nine schools taught year 12's the wrong topic for their exam. We talk to three students who sat the exam yesterday.Also, Australian Federal Police are cracking down on so-called 'crimefluencers' who it reckons are targeting young girls.Plus, Olympic BMX rider Saya Sakakibara shares why she became terrified of the sport she loves. Listen now:01:20 - How 'crimefluencers' are targeting young girls09:05 - Queensland's exam bungle18:20 - Why BMX's fastest woman scared of racingGuests:Helen Schneider, AFP Commander of Human ExploitationElla, Ava, and Jamey, Students at Brisbane State High SchoolSaya Sakakibara, Olympic gold medallist and authorGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
BMX power-duo Saya Sakakibara and her brother Kai were chasing their childhood dreams of competing in the Olympics when everything changed. Kai suffered a traumatic brain injury after a crash in 2020. After seeing the impacts on her brother and suffering multiple concussions herself, Saya became terrified of the sport she loved. In this extended interview, Saya opens up about what she had to overcome to achieve her dreams, and why she decided to lay it all bare in her new book, Just Go: Turning Fear Into a Superpower.Guests:Saya Sakakibara, Olympic gold medallist and authorGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
The government's plan to deport hundreds of convicted criminals to the tiny Pacific Island of Nauru is underway. We unpack what's going on. Plus, apprentices have been the butt of jokes since the dawn of time. But when is it banter and when is it bullying? Listen now:01:17 - Why are people being deported to Nauru? 13:11 - Apprentices being bullied at workGuests:Abul Rizvi, Former Deputy Secretary of the Department of ImmigrationYolanda Robson, Director of the Young Workers CentreGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Independent Senator David Pocock reckons you should know who politicians are inviting to parliament and he has started a register to prove it.Also, should you have to pay to camp in a national park? The New South Wales government is looking for businesses to run some campsites, so what will that mean for campers?Plus, Hurricane Melissa is expected to cross the coast of Jamaica tomorrow.Listen now:01:30 - Hurricane Melissa could be the worst storm to hit Jamaica in 174 years06:25 - Should you know who is meeting politicians?18:50 - Giving businesses access to national parksGuests:Independent Senator David PocockCam Read, NSW tourism operatorGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
The Australian Defence Force is facing a land mark class action over alleged systemic sexual violence, harassment and discrimination.So after decades of reviews and inquiries, will this class action lead to cultural change?And, the government says it won't let tech companies use copyrighted material to train AI. Plus, meet the young First Nations people taking up a career in law to change the justice system.Listen now:01:40 - The government won't let big tech mine Australia's copyrighted material14:30 - What will a class action mean for ADF culture?24:30 - First Nations young people trying to change the justice systemGuests:Sam Hales, singer songwriter, Jungle GiantsRachel Falzon, president, Women in Defence Association Get the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Could artificial intelligence (AI) be accelerating the so-call 'loneliness' epidemic in Australia?New research has found one in six Australians would sometimes rather stay home and chat to AI than go out with their friends. While one in seven reckon they could fall in love with a bot.In this deep dive episode, we unpack why young Aussies are turning to AI chatbots for connection.Guests:Dr Raffaele Ciriello, digital innovation and ethics researcher, University of Sydney Get the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Vintage-style crime or just meme-able: why is the world so obsessed by the Louvre heist?And MTV is switching off a bunch of its music channels. So is making music videos still worth it to artists? Or is the music video dead?Plus Japan's first female Prime Minister backs a bunch of conservative policies, including a law that prevents married couples from having different surnames. Is it another sign the world is leaning toward more traditional values?Host Angel Parsons is joined by Em Gillespie from the Daily Aus and comedian Luke Kidgell.Get the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Thanks to low taxes in the Northern Territory, more than 40 betting companies call Darwin home.That makes the NT's gambling regulator the de factor national regulator but some say it's not up to the job.Also, could skate parks help reduce youth crime?Plus, Tony Armstrong has been investigating sport's racism problem and how to solve it.Listen now:01:55 - NT politicians call for a gambling review12:30 - Could skate parks help solve youth crime?16:25 - Tony Armstrong on confronting sport's racism problemGuests:Dr Charles Livingstone, gambling researcher, Monash UniversityTony Armstrong, End Game presenter and former footballerGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
It took Tony Armstrong a year to decide he was ready to tackle this project. End Game with Tony Armstrong is a deep dive into sport's racism problem and the people trying to solve it.In this extended interview Tony sits down with hack to talk about players copping racist abuse, everyday racism and what tech companies could do to "turn off the tap". You can stream all three episodes of End Game with Tony Armstrong on ABC iview.Guests:Tony Armstrong, presenter of End GameGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Would you ever date an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot? Because heaps of young Aussies say they're open to it. So should we be worried about what AI will do to our relationships?Also, could a remote community in the Northern Territory run out of food soon because the roads to get into town aren't up to scratch?Plus, a survey from the Electrical Trades Union found one in eight apprentices had been exposed to potentially deadly shocks at work.Listen now:01:25 - Would you date an AI chatbot?17:06 - Why is a Northern Territory town running out of food?21:20 - Electrical apprentices are getting shocked at workGuests:Dr Raffaele Ciriello, digital innovation and ethics researcher, University of Sydney Dominic Lombardi, fourth-year electrical apprenticeGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
1US President Donald Trump (and his pen) has finally welcomed Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to the White House to sign a deal that was months in the making. Here's what went down. And, police in the UK have confirmed they are looking into reports about Prince Andrew allegedly trying to dig up dirt on his accuser Virginia Giuffre. Plus: would you put your life on the line for content? Listen now:01:45 - Trump and Albanese's critical minerals deal06:50 - The Prince Andrew probe16:30 - Dying for contentGuests:Natalie Oliveri, royal reporter, Nine.com.auAmy Peden, injury prevention researcher, UNSWGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Taking care of your family feels like the natural thing to do. It can be super rewarding but it can also be really tough.There are about 400,000 young carers in Australia and new research has found they are having a really hard time. So what support do young carers need?Plus, will the ceasefire in Gaza hold as both sides accuse each other of violating the agreement, and is a lasting peace close?Listen now: 02:00 - Israel strikes Gaza after soldiers killed06:45 - Will the ceasefire hold?14:25 - Caring for your siblings at 1820:30 - What support is available for young carersGuests:Dr Andrew Thomas, Lecturer in International Relations and Middle East Studies, Deakin UniversityMadeleine Buchner, founder and CEO of Little DreamersGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Support for One Nation has surged in regional Australia since the last election.So why are more people turning towards the conservative minor party and is it likely to impact the next election?In this deep dive episode, we unpack why Australian voters are turning away from the two major parties.Guests:Dr Jill Sheppard, senior lecturer in politics, ANUGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Senator David Pocock's been turfed from the parliamentary social sports club because he called out a gambling lobby group listed as a sponsor. It's sparked debate about how cosy politics has become with the gambling industry. A new gay club in Sydney copped backlash for being very specific about who it's for. So how do queer spaces balance exclusivity with inclusion?Over in Ireland, a trial giving artists a basic income is now being made permanent. Could something like that ever work here?Plus, we get back into Olympic swimmer Ariarne Titmus' surprise retirement — and ask the very important question: should we all quit while we're ahead?Host Angel Parsons is joined by performer, and entertainment manager at a queer venue in Sydney, Etcetera Etcetera and Straight At It sports broadcaster Mitch Dyer.
Ever had to cough up a whole new rental bond before you've even got your last one back? Victoria's trying to change that.Also, plans for a national Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Gallery in Alice Springs have been scrapped — so how are First Nations artists responding?And, four-time Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus has announced her retirement at just 25. We speak to a former Olympic swimmer about the 'unrelenting pursuit' of the sport — and our future in the pool. Listen now: 01:35 - The states scrapping double bonds12:08 - What a First Nations art gallery would have meant to artists22:59 - Retiring at the top of your gameGuests:Emma Baker, Professor of Housing Research, University of AdelaideAretha Brown, Gumbaynggirr artist and advocateCate Campbell, Olympic medallist and authorGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
As the first phase of Trump's 20-point peace plan continues, how does it actually impact the people living in Gaza and Israel? In this special interview episode, hack speaks to two people on the ground about what a ceasefire means to them. In Gaza, we speak to Abeer Abou Mutlak an aid worker about the personal toll the war has had on her and how she plans to rebuild her life in Northern Gaza. And from Israel, we hear from Max Kresch. An IDF reservist who ended up refusing to serve during Israel's invasion of Gaza. Max has worked as an anti-war campaigner. He says there is still a lot of work to be done. In this episode hack asks Abeer and Max what they hope for the future in the Middle East. Guests:Abeer Abou Mutlak, aid worker in GazaMax Kresch, Israeli reservist and anti-war campaignerGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Support for Pauline Hanson's One Nation party is surging. So why are more people backing them, and will it last?Also, fuel prices can vary a lot depending on where you live. Now the ACCC is facing pressure to investigate why rural people are paying so much more.Plus, Australians are making their mark in American football. We speak to the young Aussies trying to make it as punters in college football in the United States.Listen now: 01:22 - Behind the surge in support for One Nation13:14 - Why fuel prices vary from servo to servo20:32 - Aussie punters playing college footballGuests:Dr Jill Sheppard, senior lecturer in politics, ANUPeter Khoury, NRMA spokespersonRiley Thompson, Penn State University punterGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
Hamas has released the last living Israeli hostages, so happens next? We speak to a young Israeli reservist who refused to keep serving in the IDF about his experience, and what he wants to happen now.And advocacy groups are concerned the upcoming social media ban will leave LGBTIQA+ teens living in the bush "cut off" from community.Plus, we hear how one man's fascination with scars is helping people reframe their 'worst moments' through photography. Listen now: 01:30 - Watching the hostage release as an Israeli10:53 - Why online spaces can be life-changing22:23 - The story behind a scarGuests:Max Kresch, Israeli reservist and anti-war campaignerNicky Bath, CEO, LGBTIQ+ Health AustraliaJarrad Seng, photographerGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on InstagramSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm
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that minister for youth is one of the most annoying sounding women ever. what a painful listen
Not died fucking killed by Israel.
No. If tax payers pay for the disabled to access prostitutes because sex is a basic human right, then ugly people should be able to do the same.
If those pushing for nuclear energy are unwilling to live near a reactor or waste storage, then they should not be pushing for it. Once again, they are expecting others to bear the burden.
Funny I moved out of Sydney 9 years ago to a regional area in Northern NSW and since I've been here of always had to pay for the Dr. I think there's one possibly two in the area that bulk bill but I have to drive 40 mins too and takes 3-4 days to get in.
they should have had to get to the back of the queue for breaking the rules, not be rewarded
c'mon guys give it a fuckin rest! the pcr test is going to be removed as a diagnostic test from the WHO at the end of december because they cannot distinguish between an active virus or a dead one nor can it determine the difference between the flu and covid. I'd even go as far as saying that the mutations are due to vaccine escape because they are NOT VACCINES! stop trying to trick all these poor people that dont know how to think from themselves. and if you are only getting your news to read out from your bosses you seriously ought to do some more research yourselves because u are just moronic. an anagram of omicron! errrrrrr
Always worth listening too. Best of luck for the future.
I'm a oldie and if Hack was done in an ASMR I'd have to stop listening.
The minister reminds me of PM Howard's approach, it's time to move into the 21st Century.
what a flog
Excellent Podcast, the federal government thinks people relying on welfare are a burden to the community but giving the wealthy money is an "investment".
Excellent interview
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I would like to bring to your attention that "Close the Gap" and "Closing the Gap" are two different things. one is a non-government push for change and the other is a response to it...
do more shows about drugs & gender, you hardly touch these topics.
they should have gone bigger with the dad joke. get a guy called Phil and a girl called sophie, and get them to be the hosts of Australia inviting people over.
hey, stop cutting people off when they're talking, it sounds like you're more keen on cutting someone off than listening to them.
this is rubbish this whole gender rubbish