The Briefing
LiSTNRWe’re your friends in news.
Sacha Barbour Gatt and Chris Spyrou wake up early to bring you all the important daily news headlines.
Then, we deep dive on an essential news story that'll make you feel smarter about the world.
Listen every weekday to know more in minutes.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2820 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNews | |||
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I’ve been a loyal listener of The Briefing for a long time because it's one of the few concise news sources I can rely on during my commute. However, recently, I’ve found it difficult to listen due to a noticeable left-leaning bias from the current presenters, especially Sasha Barbagallo. I really miss the balanced approach that Tom Tilley took in the past and Natasha Belling now brings in her cameos. Please, I hope the show returns to its impartial roots—otherwise, I may have to look elsewhere ... more
Apple Podcasts2Waynemcc5
Australia2 months ago - W.H.O not who
Quick note to the presenters - no one says ‘who’ for the World Health Org. We say W.H.O (the letters).
Apple Podcasts4Holiday Anders 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜Australia4 months ago - MAFS Amanda Catalano.
Excellent interview by Chris. Amanda Catalano should be paid by Channel Nine as her recap parodies are the best and most interesting thing about the show! I’ve given up on the episodes. I think Amanda should also ask her Mum Maria to give her recap every now and then if she watches it too!
Apple Podcasts5Marie89JAustralia5 months ago - A great way to start my day
The Briefing is a daily habit for me to get headlines. Love the deep dives.
Apple Podcasts5Erika (Mac&Ernie)Australia5 months ago - Keep up the great work
Distills the important aspects of the news and the deep dives are always interesting. The presenters are professional, respectful, use humour well and make everything easy to understand.
Apple Podcasts5FrenchHeather
France5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #76 |  United Kingdom/News/Daily News |
Spotify | #168 | Australia/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #19 | Australia/News |
Apple Podcasts | #126 | Australia/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #9 | Australia/News/Daily News |
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A concise daily news briefing combined with in-depth explorations of timely issues. The show pairs fast-paced headlines with substantial interviews across politics, policy, technology, and society, often pairing frontline reporting with expert perspectives. Recent episodes highlight Australian political developments, infrastructure and data debates, media ethics, and pressing social issues, all framed for busy listeners who want both quick takes and deeper context. A standout trait is the balance between hard news and thoughtful investigations, frequently featuring high-profile guests and subject-matter experts to illuminate complex topics for a broad audience.
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Recent guests on The Briefing include:
1. Lavender Baj
2. Maddie Haridant
3. Michael Namikas
4. Bension Siebert
5. Dean Veverka
6. Laura McConnell
7. Jenny Telford
8. David Koch
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