
News Club is the place to go for conversations about the news. Brought to you by The Squiz - we specialise in agenda-free news for busy people. You'll be informed, but not overwhelmed. The Weekly Wrap - Join Claire Kimball and Jodie Speers on a Saturday as they talk through the big news events from the week. Throw in a recommendation or two and its like catching up with a two (well informed) frien... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 464 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has now called for a Royal Commission into antisemitism and social cohesion - a big turnaround from a few weeks ago, when he was stridently against calling one. There’s plenty of questions for us to help answer on that... more
In this episode, we’re chatting with Claire Harvey, Editorial Director at The Australian and host of The Front podcast, to look ahead at what’s on the political and news radar for 2026. We dive into the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination and h... more
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When Leigh Sales, one of our earliest supporters, said yes to joining us on Newsmakers—it was a big moment for us. With so much to ask, we dive into everything from her time as a foreign correspondent and anchoring 7.... more
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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.
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!
Really loving the new format of the weekly wrap and what’s coming up on weekends!
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.
Have loved gaining insight into our local media landscape through the Callsheet series. Great interviews and diverse cross section - thanks team Squiz!
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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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Recent guests on News Club include:
1. Alastair MacGibbon
2. Sarah Ferguson
3. Nicci (Nicoletta Hay)
4. Jodie Speers
5. Mark Humphries
6. Georgie Trickett
7. Larissa Moore
8. Nicoletta Hay
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