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News Club

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News Club is the place to go for conversations about the news. Agenda-free and hosted by friends - Claire Kimball and Kate Watson - we are here for you - making it easy to keep across the big issues and get ahead of what's coming up.

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Kate Watson is back! This week, there's a lot going on in Trump's world - threats towards Iran, the release of the Melania documentary, and the administration's shifting position on ICE in Minnesota - we'll try to make sense of that for you. Back at ... more

On this episode of the Squiz Quiz, we're testing your knowledge of everything that happened this week with Squiz Founder Claire Kimball and… Kate Watson is back from parental leave for her triumphant (perhaps) return on the quiz. Can you best our in-... more

For our look ahead at the year in entertainment and sport, we’re going in-house to chat with Andrew Williams, Squiz News Director and host of Squiz Today. Andrew takes us through the stories that stuck with him in  2025, including the saga around the... more

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It was a massive week in federal politics as the Coalition partnership officially split. Following a fallout over hate crimes legislation and frontbench resignations, Nationals leader David Littleproud called it quits on the Coalition. Then we get in... more

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Recent Guests

Lauren Sams
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Episode: The Year Ahead in Fashion w/ Lauren Sams
Bill Sunderland
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Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ Escape This Podcast
Dani Siller
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Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ Escape This Podcast
Joe Aston
Founder of Rampart and influential Australian business journalist
Rampart
Episode: The Year Ahead in Business w/ Joe Aston
Nicci (Nicoletta Hay)
Frequent quiz participant
Episode: The Squiz Quiz: Ashes, AUKUS and acquisitions
Jodie Speers
Weekly Wrap co-host and quiz participant
Episode: The Squiz Quiz: Ashes, AUKUS and acquisitions
Mark Humphries
Comedian, political satirist and podcast host
Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ Mark Humphries
Georgie Trickett
A kid's coach and podcaster
Sportish
Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ Sportish's Georgie Trickett: Meetings, mistakes and marathons
Larissa Moore
Shortcuts co-host and quiz participant
The Squiz
Episode: Bears, Broncos and bustin' moves: The Squiz Quiz of the Week

Hosts

Claire Kimball
Co-host and main presenter, providing insights and discussion on various news topics with an engaging style.
Andrew Williams
Host of the Squiz Quiz, guiding listeners through fun and informative quizzes on current events.
Jodie Speers
Co-host involved in discussions and news analysis, bringing a friendly and informed perspective.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 701 ratings
  • Another year informed

    Thanks Claire and amazing Squiz Team! Concise, factual, unbiased and relevant, the content is spot on with a serious lightheartedness. Looking forward 2026 with your familiar voices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChristoGH
    Australiaa month ago
  • Squizzer for life

    Love my Saturday morning routine of listening to the weekly wrap whilst eating my sourdough toast. Such a great way to catch up the week’s events. Thanks Claire and the team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kpets10
    Australia3 months ago
  • Great for keeping informed

    Really loving the new format of the weekly wrap and what’s coming up on weekends!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lisaaaaa12234
    Australia3 months ago
  • News Club has become part of my weekend routine

    The Weekly Wrap is the perfect start to my Saturday morning walk, smart, engaging, and easy to listen to. The new What’s Coming Up episode on Sunday is a great addition and helps me feel prepared for the week ahead. I also really enjoy the Squiz Quiz during the week, such a clever way to stay on top of the news in a fun format.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dcarey29
    Australia3 months ago
  • Callsheet gold

    Have loved gaining insight into our local media landscape through the Callsheet series. Great interviews and diverse cross section - thanks team Squiz!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Outback Mum18
    Australia7 months ago

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- Listeners appreciate the podcast as a reliable way to stay updated while balancing their busy lives.
- A few reviews have raised concerns about perceived political leanings in the commentary, but these are outweighed by overall positive sentiments.
- Many enjoy the conversational tone and the informal yet informative style.
- Some have noted the podcast's ability to make complex news digestible for a general audience without bias.
- Positive comments about the quizzes enhance engagement and provide a fun element to news consumption.

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The Squiz Quiz: Scorchers, split-ups, and sea creatures
Q: Which Australian athlete was one of 10 people made a companion of the Order of Australia over the Australia Day long weekend?
Cathy Freeman was the Australian athlete recognized.
The Squiz Quiz: Scorchers, split-ups, and sea creatures
Q: In what month of 2025 was the Coalition's first breakup?
Both contestants answered May, which was correct.
The Squiz Quiz: ARMY, an ambassador, and a $1m Aussie Open amateur
Q: What are the words that the letters in ARMY stand for regarding fans of BTS?
It stands for Adorable Representative MC for Youth.
The Squiz Quiz: ARMY, an ambassador, and a $1m Aussie Open amateur
Q: How did French scientists scare humans to study how horses react?
They showed humans scary movies to provoke a fear response for the study.
The Squiz Quiz: ARMY, an ambassador, and a $1m Aussie Open amateur
Q: What is the name of the think tank Kevin Rudd is moving to?
The Asia Society was identified as the think tank he is going to.

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

Conversations about major news events are central to the content, with hosts guiding listeners through the week's highlights and significant developments. Episodes often feature not only a recap of pressing political issues but also recommendations for further engagement with the news, making the experience feel conversational and engaging, like chatting with informed friends. The show manages to balance serious discussions with lighter segments, ensuring that audiences stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. It also includes interactive quizzes and limited interview series, bringing in a variety of guests from the journalism and entertainment worlds to add depth to the discourse. The focus on agenda-free reporting sets it apart as a rel... more

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2. Bill Sunderland
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4. Joe Aston
5. Nicci (Nicoletta Hay)
6. Jodie Speers
7. Mark Humphries
8. Georgie Trickett

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