The Quicky

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• US President Donald Trump has officially nominated former Republican congressman Dave Brat to be the next American ambassador to Australia. 

• A massive outback search for a missing five-year-old girl has entered its third day near Alice Springs, with the search area now expanded to twenty square kilometres.

• Hollywood star Rebel Wilson has arrived at the Federal Court in Sydney to testify in the high-profile defamation battle against her co-star.

• And Taylor Swift has filed to trademark her own voice and likeness in a major move to fight back against AI-generated deepfakes.

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Host: Gemma Donahoe

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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White House

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• Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz are engaged
• Julia Gillard is back in Australia speaking at a gender equality event in Melbourne
• Today marks the 30 year anniversary of the Pt Arthur massacre
• King Charles and Queen Camilla touch down in the US today
• The Washington Correspondents dinner alleged gunman faced court charged with attempted assassination

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Hosts: Claire Murphy

Guest: 

David Smith, - Guardian White House Correspondent - read his article on the story here

Audio Producer: Claire Murphy

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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• The alleged gunman who opened fire outside the entrance of the White House Correspondents' dinner was likely targeting Trump and other members of the administration, according to US authorities
• Trump has told Iran to call him directly when they’re ready to talk peace after the US President cancelled a visit to Islamabad by his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner
• One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson and Nationals Leader Matt Canavan tout migrant crackdowns at an anti-immigration rally in Canberra on Sunday
• Australia is days away from an ‘inflation’ wake up call, as fresh figures reveal the impact of the US-Iran war on the nation’s economy
• More fuel is on the way to bolster Australian reserves
• Jules Neale has called out her former partner’s AFL club for sharing a vulnerable video of their four-year-old daughter in tears
• Lisa Kudrow has hit out at the "mean" behaviour of the largely male writers on the set of Friends

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Host: Ilaria Brophy

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Ever get anxious about “simple” adult tasks, like booking appointments, answering calls, or deciding what to cook, because being a grown-up feels way harder than expected?

In this episode of But Are You Happy, clinical psychologist Dr. Anastasia Hronis unpacks "adulthood anxiety" and how to build real confidence AND competence in everyday life.

You'll also learn:

• What age we actually become adults
• What's going on for you mentally and emotionally when you're transitioning into adulthood
• Why it's actually important to make mistakes when becoming an adult
• How to build confidence and confidence when you're so overwhelmed

Watch the podcast on YouTube here. 

If you or someone you know needs support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636. Both services are available 24/7 for free, confidential mental health support. 

Want to get in touch with us? DM @butareyouhappypod on Instagram or send us a voice memo. Our hosts are ready to hear your dilemmas—think of it as free therapy!

CREDITS:

Hosts: Ashani Dante & Dr Anastasia Hronis

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

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• There's growing pressure on the states and territories to get behind the NDIS changes
• Kyle Sandilands says his former station should get him back on air to boost flagging share prices
• Ben Roberts-Smith has confirmed he will be attending Anzac Day services
• Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been extended by three weeks
• Russell Brand has admitted he had 'consensual sex' with a 16-year-old when he was 30 in a new interview

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Host: Ailish Delaney

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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Have you hear of Clavicular? Well, he's the posterboy for "Looksmaxxing"

What started as a niche corner of the internet has exploded into a mainstream movement, where young men are obsessed with 'maximising' their physical attractiveness at any cost. But while it might look like a simple 'glow up' on the surface, its origins in incel forums and its link to extreme cosmetic surgery and steroids have experts sounding the alarm.

Today, we go inside the concerning rise of the looksmaxxing trend, investigate the 'Clavicular' lore that resulted in an explosive 60 Minutes interview, and find out why this movement is taking a dark and dangerous turn for men's mental health

🗞️ HEADLINES

• Anthony Albanese has signalled the government is unlikely to introduce a new tax on gas companies in the May budget

• Kyle Sandilands and Jackie O Henderson are being countersued by former employer ARN Media

• Lululemon Athletica shares have fallen about 12% to their lowest level since 2020 

• The US Justice Department inspector general will investigate how the department handled the release of files on Jeffrey Epstein

• Spotify has named Taylor Swift its most-streamed artist ever, followed by Bad Bunny and Drake.

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Hosts: Taylah Strano & Grace Rouvray

Guest: 

Liv James, Mamamia Social Editor

Dr Tim Moss, Healthy Male 

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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• PM confirms Australia currently holds 46 days' worth of fuel stocks, remaining a Level 2
• The PM also announced a landmark $25 billion investment in Australia’s AI industry
• Beloved ABC Radio Sydney presenter and musician James Valentine has died aged 64
• After months of delays, a medical examiner has ruled the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez a homicide
• Khloé Kardashian is executive producing a new Hulu series, The Girls

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Host: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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The National Disability Insurance Scheme was designed as a lifetime guarantee, ensuring eligible Australians receive the individualised support needed to live an ordinary life. 

In a major shift ahead of the May Budget, the government is moving to tighten spending, including a plan to remove 160,000 people from the NDIS.

But for the families who rely on this funding for therapy and essential daily support, there is a growing fear that the safety net is being pulled back before public systems are ready to catch them.

We're joined by ABC National Disability Affairs Reporter Nas Campanella to unpack what these changes actually look like in practice and whether the NDIS can be made sustainable without leaving our most vulnerable behind.

🗞️ HEADLINES

• Fuel tax cut extension could be on the cards as national cabinet get an update on Australia's fuel crisis. 
• Iranian state media reports the country has seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz
• The Allan Labor government unveils a nearly $138million plan to curb crime in Victoria
• New Kylie Minogue documentary announced, charting the stars success and enduring legacy as a pop icon. 

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Host: Taylah Strano

Guest: Nas Campanella, ABC National Disability Affairs reporter

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Group Executive Producer: Ilaria Brophy

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• US President Donald Trump extends ceasefire until Iran's proposal submitted
• Anthony Albanese says Australia has secured an extra 200 million litres of diesel

• The Gates Foundation has launched an external review into its past engagement with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. 

• Harry Styles has fuelled engagement speculation with Zoë Kravitz

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Host: Grace Rouvray

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It starts with a message in a group chat: a man asking for advice on exactly how much sedative to slip into his wife’s tea tonight so he can sexually assault her while she's unconscious.

Following the horrific 2024 trial of Dominique Pelicot in France, a new investigation has revealed that this wasn't an isolated case, but a thriving global ecosystem. From 'sleep' content on major porn sites to private forums where men livestream their drugged partners for a fee, the scale of this internet-enabled abuse is staggering.

We’re joined by CNN Paris Bureau Chief Saskya Vandoorne, who infiltrated these secret 'brotherhoods' to expose how these men operate under the cover of anonymity and why platforms are still failing to stop them.

If you or someone you know needs help it's available. You can contact 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

🗞️ HEADLINES

• President Donald Trump has ruled out any further ceasefire extension,  saying he will resume military action if a deal is not struck
• Conservative podcaster Tucker Carlson has publicly apologised for supporting Donald Trump
• The Coalition has launched a negative social media campaign targeting One Nation ahead of the Farrer byelection
• The Federal Government is set to unveil major reforms to the $50 billion NDIS today

• A new medical trial has prevented bowel cancer from coming back in every single patient

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Host: Taylah Strano & Tahli Blackman

Guest: Saskya Vandoorne

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