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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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Have you ever been unsure if something in your feed was real or AI? Well, you’re not alone - it’s even getting hard for the social media platforms to spot them. We looked into one FIFO influencer, Bindi Raye, who has 85k followers across Instagram an... more

How would you feel if your favourite artist didn’t play their biggest hit? Tones and I has pulled out of her headline performance at the upcoming NRL Grand Final, and apparently, it’s because she didn’t want to perform her most popular song. We get i... more

So, an OpenAI agent went rogue and infiltrated Australian Government websites a few months ago - and we only found out today. We unpack what went wrong, why the government didn’t know, and what happens next. And, we’re joined by Gumbaynggirr artist a... more

Aretha Brown has been in the public eye since she was 16 years old when a speech she gave at an Invasion Day rally made national headlines.

Last year she became one of the youngest artists ever selected for the National Indigenous Triennial at the N... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Miller
Senior Lecturer in Psychology at James Cook University
James Cook University
Episode: DEEP DIVE: The AI FIFO worker selling adult content online
Andrea Carson
Director of the University of Melbourne's Centre for Advancing Journalism
University of Melbourne
Episode: Are young Aussies condemned to work forever? Boycott against Trump + dating app dangers
Carol Tan
Associate Professor at RMIT University
RMIT University
Episode: Are we in a DV crisis? Sudan civil war + the impact of fast fashion
Majduleen Ahmed
Sudanese-Australian sharing her story
Sudanese-Australian community in Sydney
Episode: Are we in a DV crisis? Sudan civil war + the impact of fast fashion
Ariana Lucento
News reporter
Triple J Hack
Episode: Are we in a DV crisis? Sudan civil war + the impact of fast fashion
Amy Kimball
Executive producer from It's A Lot with Abbie Chatfield
Episode: THE SHAKEUP: HYROX pooer, Sheeran v Macklemore + that Sydney Sweeney ad
Tony Burke
Minister for Immigration and Citizenship (Immigration Minister)
Australian Government
Episode: Labor's immigration plan is here + the grief of dementia as a carer
Alan Gamlen
Director of the Migration Hub, Australian National University
Australian National University
Episode: Labor's immigration plan is here + the grief of dementia as a carer
Adelaide Miller
Documentary subject and co-creator
Miller sisters / Nansie documentary
Episode: INTERVIEW: Caring for someone while they forget

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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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    Dhingy
    Australiaa month 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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Do you care if your porn is AI? Trump threatens Iran + AFL fans brave the Nullarbor
Q: How easy is it to spot deepfakes, and what helps verify authenticity?
While some telltale signs exist, context and cross-referencing with credible sources are crucial; even experts acknowledge the limitations of current detection tools, making verification a contextual process.
Do you care if your porn is AI? Trump threatens Iran + AFL fans brave the Nullarbor
Q: What are the potential harms of AR/AI-generated content in the workplace and in dating scenarios?
Risks include erosion of trust, negative body image, non-consensual use of someone's likeness, and vulnerability to scams, though some users may find therapeutic or exploratory value depending on consent and context.
Do you care if your porn is AI? Trump threatens Iran + AFL fans brave the Nullarbor
Q: Dan, are we seeing an uptick in AI adult content online?
There is a noticeable rise and evolving sophistication in AI content, with growing concerns about misrepresentation and safety, though robust long-term data is still developing.
DEEP DIVE: What Molly's friends wish they knew about domestic violence
Q: What should people be looking out for in their friends' relationships?
Look for withdrawal, social isolation, changed behavior, and subtle shifts in how they dress or present themselves; more importantly, listen to the person and create a safe space for them to share their experience.
DEEP DIVE: What Molly's friends wish they knew about domestic violence
Q: How common is DV in intimate partner relationships among young Australians?
It's increasingly common among young people, with coercive control and tracking tactics evolving through social media; recognizing these patterns is part of taking DV seriously in this demographic.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hack

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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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