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Senator David Pocock says the government should be forced to consider whether new developments will increase environmental disasters before approving them.

So he's introducing a bill to federal parliament that would impose a duty of care on the government. 

Plus, we look at the issue of youth crime in Queensland — the state with the highest number of children behind bars.

And it's time to gear up for the Matilda's high-stakes game against Canada in the FIFA Women's World Cup — if they lose, they're out of the comp. 

Guests:

• Brooke Fryer, ABC journalist
• Senator David Pocock
• Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter

It's not the first time that Doja Cat has been snarky to her adoring fans, but has she gone too far this time? 

We also discuss the embarrassing notes you keep on your phone that you don't think anyone will ever see. 

And, Elon has rebranded Twitter to X, UFOs are now apparently "unidentified anomalous phenomena". What's the point of rebranding things that are also so recognisable? 

Guests: 

• Etcetera Etcetera, entertainer

• Issy Phillips, journalist and writer at Pedestrian

As more women get into farming, it means that the tradition of the eldest son taking over is changing too. We meet some young female farmers who are looking to inherit the farm instead of their brothers.

Plus, what it's like to be diagnosed with a rare and severe form of multiple sclerosis (MS) at 21, just as you're gaining independence in the world and learning about yourself. 

And we also find out what went down at the US Congress's public hearings into UFOs! Is there really a cover-up? 

Guests: 

• Dr Lucie Newsome, lecturer at the University of New England.
• Hannah Tague
• Dr Brad Tucker, ANU astrophysicist.

Constant news and conversations about climate change can be pretty hard to deal with. How can you help your climate anxiety without totally disengaging with the issue?

We also look at how will climate change impact tourism into the future, as extreme heat causes havoc and devastation across parts of the planet. 

Plus, how could the construction union's calls for a super profits tax help address the housing crisis? 

Guests:

• Zach Smith, CFMEU
• Susanne Becken, Professor of Sustainable Tourism at Griffith University
• Dr Beth Hill, Psychology for a Safe Climate

Whether it's finding someone to teach you or access to a car...getting your driver's licence can be super challenging.

But how can not having a licence impact us long term? 

Plus, Israeli politicians just passed a deeply controversial judicial reform bill. What does this mean for the country, where protests have been ongoing for months? 

And a Senate inquiry looking at sexual consent laws in Australia has begun.

Guests:

• Eve, student protester in Israel 
• Claudia Long, ABC political reporter
• Blake Angell, The George Institute for Global Health

Young people with life-limiting illnesses will soon be able to have consistent end of life care under a new plan launched by the federal government today. 

And, casual workers are being given new rights to permanent employment in a move designed to improve job security. 

Guests:

• Professor Rae Cooper, University of Sydney
• Andrew McKellar, Chief Executive of the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
• Sonia Fenwick, Canberra Grief Centre

It's the Shakeup and we're talking about the Matildas' nailbiting win over Ireland, whether a thumbs up could be seen as a binding agreement and do you reckon time blindness gives you permission to be late at work? 

Hack host Dave Marchese is joined by presenter Olan Tekkers and sports presenter Dani Pirello.

A sex education book for teenagers has been removed from some shelves after retail staff were abused over it. We chat to Welcome to Sex co-author Yumi Stynes about the controversy.

Plus, we preview the opening match of the FIFA Women's World Cup, which kicks off in Sydney with the Matildas taking on Ireland.

And, we meet some young Aussies who are keeping traditions alive with rare and forgotten trades, including making saddles and brooms.

Guests

• Yumi Stynes, author of Welcome to Sex and host of Ladies, We Need to Talk.
• Myles Houlbrook-Walk, Hack reporter
• Andrew Wortes, third-generation broommaker and manager of the Tumut Broom Factory.

What's the issue with unis right now? A massive review into the sector — the Universities Accord — has its interim report in the wild and the government has okayed the first five recommendations. 

One of the big ones is about expanding regional university centres, so we talk to students who already use the hubs in their towns and to the Education Minister about what's missing from the report. 

Also, the writers' strike continues in Hollywood, with actors joining last week. What does this mean for the Aussie industry?

Guests:

• Jason Clare, Minister for Education
• Elin Charles-Edwards, population geographer at the University of Queensland
• Remy Hii, actor

Victoria has pulled out of hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, saying it's going to cost too much. The shock announcement had a mixed response — sporting groups are angry, but others think it's a smart economic decision.

Also, the official arguments for the Yes and No campaigns for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum have been published today. 

And, we go to a nature reserve in the Northern Territory where protesters are fighting to save it from being partially demolished to build houses.

Guests: 

• Luke Beck, Associate Professor of Constitutional Law at Monash University
• David Rowe, Emeritus Professor of Cultural Research at Western Sydney University