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What President Trump's COVID diagnosis means for the US election, how to stop money coming between friends, and why Australia didn't sign up for an international biodiversity pact.

Join Hack's Dave Marchese with comedian Vic Zerbst and musician Ziggy Ramo.

We've all got that one tight-arse friend, or a mate who spends at a waaaay faster rate than you. Talking about finances has always been tricky, so we look at how you can have those conversations.

Also, we've always been told that sex sells. But new research suggests that's changing.

And, the Royal Commission into the response the the summer's bushfires finds failings in how authorities communicate the gravity of the threat to locals.

Universities are reportedly cutting corners to stay afloat, and some people have raised alarm bells on the quality of education for new students wanting to enrol next year.

Also, one of Australia's biggest proposed gas projects, in Narrabri in NSW, has today been given the green light. We look at why some community members are happy with the decision, and others are disappointed.

And, the US held its first Presidential debate ahead of November's election. While it sounded a bit like an argument at an aged care home, there were some important policy points discussed.

Releasing endangered animals into an area where they face predators may seem counterproductive, but a new bilby conservation project trialling this is noticing early signs of success.

Also, young people living with disability in Australia have never had a national forum to discuss their issues. Until today. We speak to Melanie Tran, the convener of the Australian-first summit and look at how people with disabilities are excluded from public spaces like natural parks and beaches.

And, researchers have shed light on why some people are left-handed, and some are right-handed. Is it nature, or nurture?

If you've found yourself gravitating more and more towards cute animal content during the pandemic, you're not alone. According to research, looking at them can reduce stress indicators like heart rate and blood pressure.

Also, millions of Australians saw a cut to their JobKeeper payment today, just days after rates of Jobseeker were also cut. We talk you through what that means.

And, a trans-Tasman travel bubble with New Zealand is one step closer, as Victoria eases some of its COVID restrictions. We speak to the Federal Tourism Minister, Simon Birmingham.

It's the Friday Shake Up and we're talking...

If you're a fan of a grand romantic gesture, it could be genetic, what gross Muck Up Day challenges say about elite private schools, and how a lack of music festivals will shape our summers.

Join Hack's Isabella Higgins with broadcaster Marty Smiley and comedian Lucinda Froomes Price.

This time last year, the ACT became the first place in Australia to legalise cannabis. At the time, opponents warned of an increase in drug driving offences and road accidents. Has any of that actually eventuated? We find out.

Also, one of Australia's biggest murder mysteries has been resolved today, after a judge found Bradley Robert Edwards was found guilt of two of the Claremont killings.

We also look at why some elite boys' schools have toxic cultures, as evidenced by recent reports of gross Muck Up Day challenges.

And, researchers find evidence that how romantic you are could actually be in your genes.

NSW is one of the only places in the country that hasn't offered support to the live music industry, and musicians are calling for urgent help.

Also, the Federal Government has announced an expansion to their NBN plan... but it's taking us back to the project's original plan from a decade ago.

And, Australia's spy agency has issued a warning about the alarming rise in right-wing extremism.

Netball Australia is fielding questions about its commitment to diversity after benching the only professional First Nations player during the sport's Indigenous Round.

Also, the race is on to save dozens of whales that are stranded on Macquarie Heads in Tasmania. The area is renowned as a hotspot for whales being stranded, so what's being done about it?

And, meet the guys who want more young people trained up in suicide first aid so they can help people experiencing a mental health episode.

This weekend, your feeds were probably filled with people farewelling Ruth Bader Ginsburg AKA RBG. Why is she such a cult figure, and what happens next in finding a replacement?

And, last week the Govt was all about natural gas; this week it's likely you'll hear about hydrogen so we're giving you all the info you need to keep up with the announcements.

Also, archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered a heap of well-preserved sarcophagi, and there could be a whole lot more still to find.