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Religious Discrimination Laws
Sam Kerr
Drug Use
Housing Crisis
Cost Of Living
Festivals
Methamphetamine
Bridget Archer
Renewable Energy
Rental Costs
Cereal
LGBTQIA+ Rights
Partisan Politics
Labor Party
Triple J
Football Australia
Counterfeit Fashion
Human Trafficking

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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Latest Episodes

While war rages in Iran, the nation's women's football team are a long way away, here in Australia for one of their sport's biggest tournament. So after silent protests on the field, what does the team's future hold?

And after 7 years as a Catholic... more

Alberto Ravagnani wasn't an ordinary Catholic priest.

Preaching on YouTube, taking gym selfies and even using AI to help write his sermons, he admits he was always pushing the boundaries.

But a few weeks ago he decided to quit the priesthood afte... more

The death toll is continuing to rise in the war on Iran, as Israeli and American missile strikes continue to rain down.

Iranian attacks on at least 10 Middle Eastern countries are also causing deaths and casualties. So what should Australia's positi... more

Uni used to be a place to make lifelong friends, party and (who knew!) study face-to-face. But have virtual learning and cost-of-living pressures killed campus culture? Two students who went to the same uni 30 years apart tell us about their radicall... more

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Aida Kashefi
Iranian Australian lawyer and engineer
Episode: Iran's decapitated government + what's missing from the Epstein files?
Grace Tobin
Investigative reporter at ABC News
ABC News
Episode: Iran's decapitated government + what's missing from the Epstein files?
Mohammad Awad
Writer, director, musician, actor, and first-time guest
Episode: THE SHAKEUP: What 'difficult' means, White House hockey + ditching group assignments
Calista Clements
Creator and first-time guest
Episode: THE SHAKEUP: What 'difficult' means, White House hockey + ditching group assignments
Destanee Aiava
Australian tennis player who recently announced her retirement, citing toxic culture and racism in the sport.
Episode: Changing capital gains tax + is tennis racist?
Elyse Dwyer
Senior Research Economist at the E61 Institute.
E61 Institute
Episode: Changing capital gains tax + is tennis racist?
Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop
ABC investigative reporter
ABC
Episode: LGBTQIA+ teens attacked, running a writers fest + messages for aliens
Rosemarie Milsom
Founding director of the Newcastle Writers Festival
Newcastle Writers Festival
Episode: LGBTQIA+ teens attacked, running a writers fest + messages for aliens
Matt Burke
Adjunct professor at Griffith University and sustainable transport expert.
Griffith University
Episode: Tourette's taboos, high speed rail dreams + how Andrew could end up king

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Dave Marchese
Host and journalist known for engaging discussions that connect news and culture, making complex topics understandable for younger audiences.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
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    tillyflynn08
    4 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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    Grateful1Greatful
    Australia6 months ago
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    ermias76
    8 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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    Chasing Phill
    Australia10 months ago
  • Best news

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    starmanreview
    United Statesa year ago

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Comments suggest that hosts do a commendable job of making complex subjects accessible while providing a platform for diverse voices and perspectives.
Feedback highlights the effectiveness of the podcast in fostering discussions around social justice, mental health, and political accountability.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and informative nature of the show, valuing its unique blend of serious journalism with an approachable delivery.
Many reviews highlight the podcast's strong focus on youth issues, making it particularly relevant and important to its target demographic.
There is some criticism regarding the changing formats, expressing dissatisfaction among listeners who preferred the previous structure.

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#92
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#16
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#52
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#227
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#240
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#77
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THE SHAKEUP: What 'difficult' means, White House hockey + ditching group assignments
Q: Should group assignments be banned?
There's disagreement; one feels it's essential for collaboration, while the other believes they cause undue stress.
Tourette's taboos, high speed rail dreams + how Andrew could end up king
Q: How do you feel about how everything was handled?
Conor expresses concern about censorship, advocating for consistency in how outbursts are managed.
Tourette's taboos, high speed rail dreams + how Andrew could end up king
Q: What's your reaction to what happened at the BAFTAs?
Conor highlights the complexity and varying perspectives regarding the incident, suggesting there might not be a right answer.
LGBTQIA+ teens attacked, running a writers fest + messages for aliens
Q: Rosemarie, do you think you're increasingly seeing it become more challenging for people to listen to other views inside one room?
Yes, I do. The fact we're having this conversation and that writers festivals have been in the headlines so much in the past couple of years is an indicator.
LGBTQIA+ teens attacked, running a writers fest + messages for aliens
Q: Sean, you're focusing on attacks in Sydney, but are there bashings similar ones happening in other parts of the country too?
Yes, there have been scores of similar attacks across Australia by young people, often driven by different forms of extremism.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hack

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

Focusing on the stories that resonate with younger audiences, this podcast tackles a broad array of contemporary topics, including news, politics, and cultural issues relevant to Australia. Episodes feature insightful discussions on pressing matters such as social justice, inequality, and personal experiences of notable individuals, all presented in an engaging and accessible format. Listeners can expect a combination of serious journalism infused with a lighter, relatable approach, making it a staple for many seeking to stay informed while connecting with the issues that shape their lives.

What sets this podcast apart is its unique blend of hard-hitting journalism and subjective storytelling, often featuring personal anecdotes from guests... more

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Hack launched 21 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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What guests have appeared on Hack?

Recent guests on Hack include:

1. Aida Kashefi
2. Grace Tobin
3. Mohammad Awad
4. Calista Clements
5. Destanee Aiava
6. Elyse Dwyer
7. Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop
8. Rosemarie Milsom

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