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News Club

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Australia
Donald Trump
China
Social Media
Media Literacy
Anthony Albanese
Gaza
United States
Israel
Ukraine
Disinformation
Misinformation
Iran
Journalism
Australian Politics
Climate Change
Anti-Semitism
Qantas
Russia
Middle East Conflict

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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This is the week in news and what’s coming up with Kate Watson and Eliza Harvey.

We're starting with the AI warnings that dominated the week. A researcher who worked at OpenAI and Anthropic quit, saying both companies are racing toward something the... more

This is the week in news and what’s coming up with Claire Kimball and Anna Pykett, stepping in from the Squiz Today team.

One Nation has had a bit of a wild week - questions over the party's finances, a state leader answering allegations about his p... more

We're starting with the algorithm. Chanel Contos, founder of Teach Us Consent, used a National Press Club address this week to go after the way social media platforms funnel boys toward misogynistic content. She asked the government for something spe... more

This is the week in news and what’s coming up with Claire Kimball and Kate Watson.

We're starting in Nepal, where an avalanche near the border with Tibet triggered a catastrophic flood down a valley popular with trekkers and pilgrims. Hundreds are d... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Pykett
Co-host joining for this episode
Squiz Today / Squiz Shortcuts
Episode: A wild week for One Nation, and a new world map
Simon Carlisle
Dr. Simon Carlisle, auditory neuroscientist
Google Research in Australia, Senior Staff Research Scientist
Episode: The Sydney Swans allegations, and a cancer vaccine breakthrough
Tim Duggan
Chair of the Digital Publishers Alliance, founder of Junkie
Digital Publishers Alliance; Junkie
Episode: What's up with home prices? An Empire climb, and a celebration of independence
Ian Langford
Professor, former brigadier in the Australian Army
University/AI series partner context not specified
Episode: 22 hours in the air, the US-Iran deal, a political stunt and our Socceroos
Nicole Gillespie
Professor of management and AI trust expert
University of Melbourne
Episode: AI and the stock market, second hand subs? And a personal story about MND
Alex Williams
Host of They Might Become Giants podcast
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Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ Alex Williams and Brandon McClelland from They Might Become Giants
Brandon McClelland
Host of They Might Become Giants podcast
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Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ Alex Williams and Brandon McClelland from They Might Become Giants
Cassie McCullagh
Podcaster and book reviewer from The Bookshelf
The Bookshelf Podcast
Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ The Bookshelf Podcast
Kate Evans
Co-host and book reviewer from The Bookshelf Podcast
The Bookshelf Podcast
Episode: The Squiz Quiz w/ The Bookshelf Podcast

Hosts

Kate Watson
Host with deep involvement in News Club and related shows; frequently anchors and leads discussions.
Claire Kimball
Co-host and primary presenter, known for delivering concise, accessible news coverage with host banter.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Refreshing

    Love it 🧡

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meggals Tasmania
    Australia22 days ago
  • Best news outlet ever!

    I adore the way you share and explain the latest news. It’s relevant, easy to understand and quite funny!! Keep up the wonderful work :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annie445!
    Australia2 months ago
  • News Club

    Such a great balance of well thought out news items from the week, national and international, slightly digging in deep to the things that people are interested in, fun banter and staff lifestyle picks all bundled up from an independent news team. Love your work and love that you keep asking your listeners what they want. Go you good things

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anniemiller01
    Australia2 months ago
  • A Must listen on a Saturday

    Makes me feel informed and ready for the week ahead. Great banter and recommendations too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SofiaC50
    Australia3 months ago
  • Weeklies

    Love these, tuning in on Saturdays are a definite must for me and love the conversational approach with only a tiny bit of bias on the fun stuff. Keep doing great stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anniemiller01
    Australia3 months ago

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Listeners praise its agenda-free, approachable take on complex topics.
Audiences value the mix of hard-news with lighter, lifestyle segments and recommendations.
Fans appreciate the hosts' banter and clear explanations of policy changes.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#204
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#49
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#247
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Apple Podcasts
#6
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Apple Podcasts
#41
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#233
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Sydney Swans allegations, and a cancer vaccine breakthrough
Q: Who said this? It's a moon landing, penicillin moment, all of those words.
Georgina Long was referenced as the person associated with the statement in the discussion.
AI and the stock market, second hand subs? And a personal story about MND
Q: What is a market listing and why does it matter for AI companies like Anthropic or SpaceX?
A market listing makes a private company's shares available on the public market, increasing transparency and subjecting the company to public investor scrutiny, which can influence governance, funding, and the pace of AI deployment.
AI and the stock market, second hand subs? And a personal story about MND
Q: Does that include second hand nuclear subs?
No, there was skepticism about the practicality and advisability of second-hand submarines, and the discussion highlighted how the political framing sometimes clashed with technical feasibility and strategic considerations.
Our PM For a Day meets the real PM
Q: What one message would you like to send to Aussie kids about the future of our country and the role they can play in it?
Be optimistic and hopeful about Australia's future, recognize that our country has natural advantages, and understand that every small action can create a ripple effect that helps improve the nation for everyone.
The Squiz Quiz w/ Georgie Trickett from Sport-ish
Q: What did influencer Logan Paul sell at auction this week for $23 million Australian?
An ultra rare Pokemon card of Pikachu

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Two longtime hosts guide listeners through current events with a light, conversational tone, offering agenda-free analysis of politics, international affairs, tech, and culture. Episodes balance sharp overviews with practical takeaways, often weaving in lighter segments and personal recommendations to keep the news approachable. Notable strengths include a friendly banter between hosts, clear explanations of policy changes, and accessible perspectives on complex topics, making it a reliable weekly briefing for busy professionals who want to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.

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1. Squiz Today
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News Club launched 7 years ago and published 512 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 News Club include:

1. Anna Pykett
2. Simon Carlisle
3. Tim Duggan
4. Ian Langford
5. Nicole Gillespie
6. Alex Williams
7. Brandon McClelland
8. Cassie McCullagh

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