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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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Friday · 17 min
DEEP DIVE: Who's really pulling the strings in parliament?
Does there need to be more transparency around lobbying? A Four Corners investigation has revealed dozens of former defence officials, including ministers, high-ranking officers and senior staffers, have jumped from government roles into lucrative lobbying firms or the defence sector. So, do we need to see tougher rules around lobbying? In this weeks Deep Dive, we hear from someone who's been researching exactly how corporations influence politics. Guests: Jennifer Lacy-Nichols, senior r
Friday · 29 min
THE SHAKEUP: Meta's $23B addiction settlement, living forever + your unofficial pets
Meta has agreed to pay $23.6 billion to settle social media addiction lawsuits accusing it of contributing to the youth mental health crisis in America. We hear what keeps you addicted and what might help. And would you want to live forever? After our interview with Bryan Johnson, the world's most famous 'biohacker', we're unpacking your thoughts on immortality. Plus, we hear about your unofficial pets after Japan's Prime Minister confessed her attachment to a cockroach in her home. Host Da
Thursday · 30 min
What we know about the Nepal-Tibet floods + the couple chasing immortality
More than a thousand people are missing after deadly flash floods on the Tibet-Nepal border. With dozens of Australians among those unaccounted-for, we bring you the latest on the rescue effort. Plus, controversial millionaire Bryan Johnson and his Australian partner Kate Tolo are intent on living forever. They open up about biohacking their bodies, what they think of their critics, and their true motivations. Listen now: 01:03 - Flash flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border 04:55 - Why th
Wednesday · 32 min
INTERVIEW: Bryan Johnson and Kate Tolo want to live forever
He's either a freak or a pioneer, depending on who you ask. Millionaire "biohacker" Bryan Johnson — the man who wants to live forever. For years he's been making headlines for swapping blood with his teenage son, tracking his erection data, or more recently claiming to have cloned himself. Now his partner Kate, a 30-year-old Australian has kickstarted her own mission to become "the most measured woman in the world." In this chat, Bryan and Kate explain to Dave why they're confident in achiev
Wednesday · 29 min
Dolly Parton’s best moments + the data centre defence
American country music legend Dolly Parton has died, aged 80. We hear about her unique journey in show business and how she has influenced Australians. Plus, it has been predicted that AI data centres could use almost as much power as all the homes in New South Wales and Victoria by 2036. But could renewables be the answer? And will the states and territories sign up to the government's national plan? We dig into it. Listen now: 01:16 - Remembering Dolly Parton 17:12 - AI data centres Gues
Tuesday · 30 min
The lobbyists you don't know about, Ukraine gets new missile tech + the power of a third place
There are growing calls for a crackdown on lobbyists after a Four Corners investigation revealed dozens of political staffers have jumped from government jobs into lucrative lobbying firms. So how does lobbying work and what does this all mean for our democracy? Also, Ukraine now has access to new missile technology after the UK's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham visited Kyiv to mark 35 years of Ukrainian independence. Plus are third places disappearing? Listen now: 01:13 - Lobbyists and d
August 24 · 29 min
Why your rent keeps going up, a 'devastating' bird flu update + is the AI boom a bubble?
Renters earning an average wage are now spending more than half their income on housing in every capital city, according to a new report. So why is rent still going up while house prices cool, and is anything going to change soon? Also, authorities have confirmed a seal in South Australia has died as a result of the H5 bird flu. Plus, is artificial intelligence a bubble? We speak to the man who coined the term enshittification, he has some big thoughts about the future of AI. Listen now: 0
August 21 · 24 min
DEEP DIVE: We hear from the gambling lobby and anti-gambling advocates
Gambling reform has been on the political agenda for years. Now, after days of negotiations, the government has finally pushed the laws through Parliament. But not everyone's celebrating. Gambling harm advocates say the reforms don't go far enough, while the betting industry reckons it should be trusted to manage risk with its own punters. So, will the new laws actually protect people from gambling harm? And how much power should the gambling industry have? In this week's deep dive, we hear f
August 21 · 30 min
THE SHAKEUP: Sydney Swans scandal, wacky discoveries + is Vine back?
The AFL has been rocked by scandal this week. Five Sydney Swans players have been banned for breaching club standards on drinking and staying out late. And separately, police are investigating a report of sexual assault. Police have not made any arrests or laid charges. And, a British collector has stumbled upon the ‘holy grail’ after he noticed a taxidermy 'fox' for sale was the skull of a now-extinct Tasmanian tiger worth thousands. Have you made some valuable discoveries? Plus, a new app
August 20 · 31 min
Outrage as IDF clears soldiers over Zomi Frankcom killing + Bugs reflect on death, music and friendship
The Israel Defense Forces has cleared its personnel of any criminal wrongdoing in the 2024 strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza, where Australian Zomi Frankcom was killed. And Brisbane band Bugs is coming to terms with the news that bassist Jordan Brunoli has just months left to live, after being diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer. They open up about what scares them, how music has been healing, and what their friendship has meant over the years. Listen now: 00:48 - Ou
August 19 · 33 min
INTERVIEW: Bugs' Jordan Brunoli on being told he has months to live
Almost a year since Jordan Brunoli sat down with hack to talk through his stage 4 colorectal cancer diagnosis, the Bugs bassist returns with an updated prognosis. Jordan was told in June he has just months to live. In this extended chat with Dave, Jordan unpacks what it felt like being handed the bad news and the reality of living life like there's no tomorrow. He's also joined by Bugs band mates Connor and Brock to talk about their friendship, why they won't stop laughing, and the new music
August 19 · 31 min
Gambling reforms "like putting Dracula in charge of a blood bank" + finding God and gains
What happens when the gym becomes a place of worship? We meet the young guys in Melbourne who're coming together to lift weights and pray. Plus, legislation aimed at stopping gambling harm is set to pass Parliament this week. But is it strong enough? If this episode raised issues for you or anyone you know help is available. Call the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858. Listen now: 01:00 - Labor strikes a deal to pass gambling reform 23:10 - The young men finding God in the gym Gue
August 18 · 31 min
Sydney Swans allegations, the 'widox tax' deal for NDIS cuts + what's your secret?
Police are continuing to investigate an alleged sexual assault linked to Sydney Swans players. We unpack the club's response and what happens now. And controversial cuts to the NDIS are set to pass parliament after the government struck a deal with the Coalition. Plus, we head inside an art gallery that's collecting your deepest, darkest secrets. Why? Listen: 01:16 - Sydney Swans investigation 11:36 - How will NDIS cuts affect the disability community? 24:27 - Would you share your sec
August 17 · 31 min
Will this gun buyback make Australia safer? Sexual violence on public transport + Spotify's AI plan
New South Wales' decision to become the first state to sign up to the federal government's gun buyback scheme, announced after last year's Bondi Beach terror attack, has divided the community. We hear why some groups are relieved, and why some are calling it a "joke". And sexual violence can be a common experience for women on public transport, but experts are worried it is largely going unreported. Plus, does Spotify's latest move to improve transparency around AI music go far enough? Liste
August 14 · 18 min
DEEP DIVE: Why some men are intimidated by successful women
Are men attracted to or intimidated by ambitious women? Some women feel like they're being penalised when it comes to dating because of their career success, study accomplishments, or property goals. Dee Salmin asked the Hook Up audience and heaps of listeners said they feel like a lot of men are attracted to the idea of ambition, but in reality, are put off by it. So, what’s going on? In this week's Deep Dive, we hear from a sexologist who thinks the swing back to traditional valu
August 14 · 31 min
THE SHAKEUP: Melon gate, Sussan Ley's road to nowhere + looking hot at work
Anthony Albanese's "joke" about receiving crown melons from Japan's Prime Minister has landed him in hot water. Was it problematic, or overblown? And, from leading the federal opposition to being "invisible" on a bus tour through the US, we unpack Sussan Ley's post-politics holiday. Plus, how much housework do you do? Are you ready to elevate your situationship to 'partner' status? The Census has been and gone, leaving tough questions in its wake. We also ask if looks matter in your indust
August 13 · 31 min
High schoolers protest Hanson + searching for answers after a sudden death
Students around the country have walked out of school and university to protest the rise of One Nation and its leader Pauline Hanson. We hear from the protesters and what Pauline thought about the nationwide events. Plus, sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death among young people. One mum opens up about her search for answers after the death of her son. Listen now: 01:56 - Nationwide student protests against One Nation 06:28 - Life, grief and pleas for research after sudden car
August 12 · 28 min
INTERVIEW: Xavier died in a half marathon. His family is still looking for answers
Xavier was a happy, popular 20-year-old when he took a trip to Melbourne for a half marathon. It ended in heartbreak. In front of his family, Xavier suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and died. About three young Australians die every week in Australia from sudden cardiac arrest but sometimes there's no warning. In this chat, Dave speaks with Xavier's mum Alison, who is pleading with politicians to put more money into research. She opens up about what it's like to lose a child and why she's p
August 12 · 31 min
Slashing rules for new builds, hiding rapists' identities + bird flu can't be contained
Is red tape what's holding Australia back from building the houses it needs? The Coalition thinks so, pledging to demolish the country's building code, squeezing more than 2,000 pages into just 80. Will it get more people into homes? Dave questions Andrew Bragg on the Coalition's pitch, and we hear from construction workers. Plus, Victoria has announced plans to ban suppression orders hiding the identities of convicted rapists. And, the spread of bird flu in Australia is getting worse. So what
August 11 · 31 min
Is success the reason you’re single? Reef recovery + Colombia’s earthquake
Whether it’s career goals, study accomplishments, or property ownership - some women say big aspirations are a challenge when dating. We find out why. Plus, a new report shows some parts of the Great Barrier Reef are showing signs of recovery. And, we bring you the latest from Colombia where an earthquake has killed over a hundred people. Listen now: 01:10 - Colombia's earthquake 05:14 - Reef recovery 14:05 - Is this why you're single? Guests: Dr Daniela Ceccarelli, Australian Institut

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