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One Nation
Gambling
Domestic Violence
Gas Tax
World Cup
Nitrous Oxide
Social Media
Housing
ADHD
Enhanced Games
Contraceptive Pill
Illicit Tobacco
Effective Altruism
AUKUS
Christa Pike
Pregnancy Loss
Capital Gains Tax
Sydney

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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Police in France have been firing tear gas and stun grenades into crowds, and the streets are littered with burnt cars, but these riots started as peaceful student protests. Why did the demonstrations escalate and how did they spread to other parts o... more

Did you know you could lose your job for being gay, getting divorced or falling pregnant?

Protections in our national laws shield people from discrimination based on gender, sexuality, marital and pregnancy status, but exemptions allow religious sch... more

New US press secretary Katie Zacharia’s first week on the job has been a bumpy ride with a rocky debut press conference followed by intense questioning over her qualifications. So, we hear about your first day bungles. And, comedian Shane Gillis is i... more

Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave from the Greens party room today, following allegations he made inappropriate comments toward women, which he denies. We get you across it. And, should we scrap Youth Allowance? A new report from Angl... more

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Talissa Siganto
ABC reporter covering the High Court story on Hack
ABC
Episode: Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers
Tatum Martin
Petition organizer advocating pepper spray legalization
Independent activist
Episode: Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers
Jeff Rodwell
Pepper spray retailer in Western Australia
Retailer
Episode: Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers
Dr. Chay Brown
Family and domestic violence advocate
NT-based advocate
Episode: Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers
Robert Bob Reynolds
Grandfather in the Reynolds woodchopping family
Reynolds family
Episode: Freezing your eggs in prison, the pepper spray debate + four generations of wood choppers
Dr. Victoria Fielding
Senior lecturer in strategic communication at Adelaide Uni
University of Adelaide
Episode: Freedom of religion or discrimination? Plus, the impacts of a live-streamed execution
Michelle Pearce
CEO of the Australian Christian Lobby
Australian Christian Lobby
Episode: Freedom of religion or discrimination? Plus, the impacts of a live-streamed execution
Dylan Storer
Curtin University Student Guild President
Curtin University
Episode: Coming home botched, WA’s ‘mega uni' + Trump’s surprise ceasefire
Dr. Lily Vrtik
President of the Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Australasian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons
Episode: Coming home botched, WA’s ‘mega uni' + Trump’s surprise ceasefire

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Dave Marchese
Host of Hack; frequent presenter on current affairs and politics with Triple J; associated with Hack/Triple J outlets

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Good at getting responsible guests on podcasts

    Great at asking challenging Qs to representatives from industry eg Gambling

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    5
    Dhingy
    Australia2 months ago
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    Great interviews, great deep-dives, excellent topics covered. So listenable. It’s my only current affairs show.

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    Beccy Joe
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    tillyflynn08
    a year ago
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Coming home botched, WA’s ‘mega uni' + Trump’s surprise ceasefire
Q: What is an energy ceasefire? Can you explain what this actually means?
An energy ceasefire would involve stopping attacks on energy infrastructure by both sides, with Ukrainian officials initially supportive but Russian officials not clearly informed; in practice, very rapid and uneven actions followed, with Russia striking power facilities soon after the announcement, indicating the plan lacked robust coordination and could have limited civilian protection.
OpenAI says sorry, publicly owned supermarkets + is the plague back?
Q: How much could this plan realistically save families, and where would the funding come from?
The proposal suggests up to 30% savings on essentials for many products, aiming for long-term cost neutrality through corporate taxation to cover initial setup and operating costs.
OpenAI says sorry, publicly owned supermarkets + is the plague back?
Q: Do you think Coles and Woolworths should be forced to sell some of their stores so they can be converted into publicly owned supermarkets?
Max explains the plan to convert a portion of private stores into public grocers, funded by taxing large corporations, and argues it would greatly reduce prices and offer a public option, while acknowledging potential legal and political challenges.
DEEP DIVE: Why politicians can't stop talking about immigration
Q: What is the central economic concern with cutting migration numbers?
Reducing migrant numbers can shrink the labor supply and demand, potentially slowing GDP growth and impacting housing demand, which could undermine overall economic performance.
INTERVIEW: The 'effective altruist' who gave up his kidney
Q: What did your doctors tell you about the process and safety?
Doctors questioned whether he was sure and discussed the risks, but the medical consensus indicated it was a safe, feasible option for healthy, young donors with low life impact.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hack

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

A fast-paced daily current-events show that combines hard-hitting politics, science, technology, and culture with accessible explanation and audience input. Episodes frequently feature expert guests—from researchers and academics to journalists and advocates—tackling timely Australian issues such as housing policy, privacy, bioethics, online dating norms, and public health, often balanced with lighter cultural commentary. The program is known for direct interviews, live listener interactions, and a confrontational yet informative style that aims to make complex topics approachable for a younger audience. Its standout traits include a steady stream of expert perspectives on contemporary problems and a willingness to explore nuanced angles ac... more

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Recent guests on Hack include:

1. Talissa Siganto
2. Tatum Martin
3. Jeff Rodwell
4. Dr. Chay Brown
5. Robert Bob Reynolds
6. Dr. Victoria Fielding
7. Michelle Pearce
8. Dylan Storer

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