The deadliest U.S. wildfires in over a century are burning in Hawai’i. The historic town of Lahaina almost “burnt to the ground” with more loss of life expected as recovery efforts continue on the ground. In today’s deep dive, we discuss what led to this disaster and what its fallout could mean for a pre-existing housing shortage on the island.

Listen to “What the global heatwave means for Australia's summer”.

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Guest: Sterling Higa, Executive Director, Housing Hawai’i’s Future
Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Ninah Kopel
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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The Women’s World Cup has broken records and captured the imagination of the country, with the nation well and truly rallying behind the Matildas’ journey. While the past few weeks have proven women’s soccer has firmly cemented itself as a beloved Aussie sporting code, it wasn’t easy getting there. From selling lamingtons to fundraising on street corners, the original World Cup Matildas squad had their work cut out for them. In today’s deep dive, we’ll explain how far the Matildas have come and how the Tillies got their name.

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Guests: Heather Reid AM, former executive director of Australian Women’s Soccer Association and Sarah Walsh, head of women’s football at Football Australia and former Matilda

Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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A cap limiting how much performers are paid for radio plays is under the spotlight this week. Independent Senator David Pocock is calling for reform on how radio royalties work, with the backing of Aussie pop icon Jack River. In today’s deep dive, we speak to the artist about overturning the royalties cap, why it exists in the first place, and how she’s shaking up the Australian radio industry.

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Guest: Jack River
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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We’ve all spent enough time with ChatGPT to guess how AI might pose a threat to writers, but when it comes to performing roles, are actors' jobs equally at risk? Both writers and actors are striking in Hollywood, and one of the tension points is AI. So what exactly does the technology look like, and could AI replace actors entirely?
Why actors walked out on their own premiere
What you need to know about the writers’ strike 

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Guest: Joe Kiely, head of video at TDA
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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An independent inquiry into the handling of the Bruce Lehrmann case was handed down on Monday. This has been an ongoing news story with lots of twists and turns. TDA journalist Tom Crowley will explain what you need to know in the deep dive.

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Guest: Tom Crowley, TDA journalist 
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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A controversial plan to store carbon at the bottom of the ocean is dividing Australian politicians. On the one hand, the Government says this process will stop carbon dioxide from escaping into the atmosphere, while critics of the scheme say it’s just an excuse for the Government to approve more gas projects. In today’s deep dive, TDA journalist Tom Crowley will explain what 'carbon capture and storage' actually is and what the Government is proposing.

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Guest: TDA journalist, Tom Crowley 
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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Last week we brought you TDA Editor Billi FitzSimon’s interview with the Minister for Youth, Dr. Anne Aly. Now we have an interview with her political opponent from the coalition. Billi asks the Shadow Minister what she would do differently if she was in Government, and whether young people have an issue with leader of the opposition, Peter Dutton.

Listen to An interview with the Minister for Youth, Dr. Anne Aly
Listen to An interview with Opposition Leader, Peter Dutton

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Guest: Angie Bell, Shadow Minister for Youth
Hosts: Billi FitzSimons, Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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The Government has reintroduced its housing bill to Parliament this week. It’s previously faced opposition from both the Liberals, Greens and some Independents, and if it fails again, it could lead to something called a double dissolution. In today’s deep dive, TDA journalist Tom Crowley explains what the bill is, what’s standing in its way, and why the Government could potentially want it to fail.

Listen to A shakeup for Aussie unis.

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Guest: Tom Crowley, TDA journalist
Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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Lizzo is being sued by three dancers for a toxic workplace, with allegations including sexual harassment and fat-shaming. The lawsuit is seeking damages including loss of income and emotional distress. In today’s deep dive we’ll explain what’s led to this point and what this means for Lizzo - a star who’s shaped her career around inclusivity and empowerment.

Listen to Why your HECS debt is about to rise. 

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Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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UNESCO has delayed its decision to classify the Great Barrier Reef as ‘in danger’, welcoming steps from the Australian Government to protect the reef. While the Government has been quick to call this a win, this doesn’t mean the reef is in the clear, with UNESCO noting more regular and severe coral bleaching events as a cause for concern. In today’s deep dive we’ll look at what’s going on with the reef and what UNESCO’s decision actually means.

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Listen to The Federal Government has rejected plans for a Queensland coal mine.

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Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski
Producer: Ninah Kopel

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