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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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It's Hottest 100 day today, and all over Australia people are getting around their favourite music discoveries.

But one of the main platforms that helps people find new tracks is having a bumpy ride, with users boycotting Spotify because of AI, algo... more

Is parliament's response to the Bondi terrorist attack about to destroy the coalition?

It's the question everyone in Canberra is asking, after politicians returned for the year for an emergency sitting.

The to do list this week was short: tougher g... more

When Luke Bateman was at the peak of his NRL career, his seemed to be living the dream of many young Aussie men.

At 24, he was earning hundreds of thousands of dollars to play the sport he loved. But the reality of what was happening in Luke's life... more

Have you heard of Grok? It’s an AI bot that lives inside X, which you might still know as Twitter.

Grok has come under fire in the last few days for 'undressing' women against their consent in response to prompts from X users.

On Friday Grok start... more

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Samantha Oviedo
Venezuelan expatriate living in Australia, involved in community discussions
Episode: INTERVIEW: Why these Venezuelans say Maduro had to go
Jarni Blakkarly
Investigative reporter at Choice
Choice
Episode: DEEP DIVE: How Uber drivers game surge pricing
Ashley De Silva
CEO of Choice, the consumer advocacy group
Choice
Episode: DEEP DIVE: Can you trust your sunscreen?
Dr. Jessica Stokes-Parish
Assistant professor in medicine at Bond University and a registered nurse and educator
Bond University
Episode: DEEP DIVE: Can you trust your sunscreen?
Dr. Matilda Brindle
Evolutionary biologist from the University of Oxford
University of Oxford
Episode: INTERVIEW: What science says about why humans kiss
Josh Roos
Associate Professor of Politics at Deakin University, specializing in political and religious violent extremism and terrorism.
Deakin University
Episode: How the Bondi terrorist attack has changed Australia
Abiola Sinoussi
Reality TV contestant from Big Brother Australia
Big Brother Australia
Episode: INTERVIEW: Using Big Brother to fix your teeth and your car
Dr. Alex Larkham
Associate Professor at Curtin School of Population Health
Curtin University
Episode: Vape heart attacks, Barnaby joins One Nation + fighting bushfires
Chanel Contos
Advocate for consent education and leading a campaign to reform social media algorithms.
Teach Us Consent
Episode: Fixing your social feeds + can we save live music?

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Dave Marchese
Host of Hack, known for engaging conversations and covering important issues facing young Australians. Aired on triple j, he brings a youthful and humorous perspective to serious topics.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
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    3 months ago
  • Government Rhetoric to Indoctrinate Vulnerable Young Minds !

    Absolute tripe, Hack presents Labor government narrative in a trendy nature in an effort to fool young listeners into blindly believing Government propaganda !

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    ermias76
    6 months ago
  • New format needs to go

    The new format of smaller interviews which are then repeated in the longer version needs to go. You can’t listen back to back with out having to skip over the shorter episodes. Really tricky if you’re listening whilst run/riding.

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    Australia8 months ago
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    No ads and hard hitting journalism in a soft and fun package wish we had an American equivalent

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Some feedback suggests the format changes have made content harder to consume.
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Many find the reporting hard-hitting and comprehensive, providing a fresh perspective on current events.
Listeners appreciate the engaging presentation of serious issues with humor and relatability.

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#214
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INTERVIEW: Former NRL player on overcoming a gambling addiction and #BookTok backlash
Q: How did you get help, Luke? Because you went to rehab, right?
Luke went to rehab in 2021 after a difficult period in 2019 when he realized he either needed to get help or face dire consequences.
INTERVIEW: Former NRL player on overcoming a gambling addiction and #BookTok backlash
Q: How do you describe yourself?
Luke describes himself as a human being trying to get through each day in the best way possible, emphasizing that labels are minimizing.
DEEP DIVE: How Uber drivers game surge pricing
Q: What can you do about high prices when using Uber?
Customers have limited rights as Uber's pricing algorithm is opaque, making it hard to contest high fares; they can only switch to other rideshare services or taxis, though alternatives are scarce.
INTERVIEW: The weight of being a Jewish Australian right now
Q: What does the future look like?
There's a need for stronger policies and action from politicians to avoid such tragedies in the future.
INTERVIEW: The weight of being a Jewish Australian right now
Q: Do you feel let down by politicians, by governments?
There's an outpouring of love and support from individuals, and it's essential for the community to speak out against racism and bigotry.

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What is Hack about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content is focused on pressing issues faced by young Australians, including current news, politics, and cultural phenomena. Topics range from social media policies affecting youth, public health concerns such as vaping, and significant political shifts in Australia. Episodes often feature interviews with activists, academics, and influential figures who present diverse perspectives on contemporary challenges. This format is unique in providing both serious analysis and relatable conversations, alongside elements of humor, making it engaging for younger audiences who seek both information and entertainment.

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Hack launched 20 years ago and published 1846 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Hack include:

1. Samantha Oviedo
2. Jarni Blakkarly
3. Ashley De Silva
4. Dr. Jessica Stokes-Parish
5. Dr. Matilda Brindle
6. Josh Roos
7. Abiola Sinoussi
8. Dr. Alex Larkham

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