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So … how do you vote again? May 17, 2022

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The last election feels like it was a decade ago. Or maybe this is your first time voting. Either way, we're getting stuck into the basics of voting: lower houses, upper houses, above or below the line, and what you'll need on election day. Also, how do the major parties compare when it comes their policies on health? Plus, some of the Hack team are in Shepparton for triple j's takeover of the regional Victorian town. They've been chatting to Afghan refugees who've been starting a new life working in the region's fruit industry. And in the wake of a deadly, racially-motivated shooting in the US, it's been revealed an Australian anti-extremism taskforce set up after the Christchurch massacre has been quietly shut down. Guests Gabrielle Chan, The Guardian Dr Josh Roose, Deakin University

Hack’s interview with Labor leader Anthony Albanese May 16, 2022

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With just one week until voting, Anthony Albanese joins Hack for a chat about the policies Labor are pushing this election. Plus, the Coalition have announced a new housing policy that would let first home buyers pull up to $50k from their super for a house deposit. But is it a good idea, particularly for young people? And will it make a dent in the housing affordability crisis? We'll take a look at how all the housing policy plans compare. And an old friend is back behind the mic: former host Tom Tilley. He's here to chat about his new book - a pretty revealing look at his Pentecostal upbringing, and how he broke free from it. Guests Jane Hume, Superannuation Minister Anthony Albanese, Labor leader Tom Tilley, journalist

The Shakeup: Loose units, higher wages, and chatty hairdressers May 13, 2022

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It's the Shakeup and we're talking… Highlights from the second-last week of the election campaign, what matters to voters in the Hunter region, the debate over wage increases, and do you love or loathe small talk at the hairdresser? Join Hack's Dave Marchese with law student Angus Neale, and Newcastle Herald journalist Sage Swinton.

Hack's election road trip: The Hunter May 12, 2022

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The next stop on our election road trip has taken us to the Hunter region in NSW! It’s an area that's constantly at the centre of massive national debates on energy, environment, and skills. The seat of Hunter has been held by Labor for more than a century, but things are changing - and the ALP's desperately trying to hang onto it. Can they convince regional voters to stay with them? Plus, in stark contrast to the mining industry in the region, the Hunter’s known for its world-class wine industry. We visit a farmer and grape grower in Polkobin to see how these industries co-exist. And we check in with Joel Fitzgibbon, the Labor MP whose retirement is triggering a super tight contest in the area. Live guests: Steve Fordham, Kamilaroi man and mining business owner Alisdair Tulloch, farmer and grape-grower Joel Fitzgibbon, former Member for Hunter

Young people have lost all confidence in politicians May 11, 2022

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There's a bit of a stereotype that young people don't care about politics. But actually ... they're more engaged than ever before. They just don't believe politicians are really doing right by the issues that matter to them. That's according to the results of triple j's survey of more than 1,600 young people. We'll be taking a deep dive into the data. Plus, Collingwood Football Club's problems with systemic racism continue, with former player Héretier Lumumba releasing new audio of conversations with his coach Nathan Buckley. And, the incredible story of a guy walking from Sydney to Darwin with his dog Frankie - to raise awareness about addiction and mental health. Guests Elfy Scott, journalist and Left Right Out host Héretier Lumumba, former Collingwood player Benny Scott, Walk2Recovery

Is there a less painful way to get an IUD? May 10, 2022

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Ask anyone who's had an IUD - a long-lasting contraceptive device - and they'll probably tell you about the pain of getting it inserted. So why aren't more people being informed about their anaesthetic options? And how can we make them more accessible? Plus, young people who want to become farmers are facing a huge barrier: the cost of getting their own land. Will we run out of farmers in the future? And we get you up to speed on the discovery of 50 kilograms of cocaine in Newcastle - and the mystery surrounding a diver’s body that was found with it. Live guests: Tony Mahar, head of the National Farmers Federation Dr Deborah Bateson, Medical Director at Family Planning New South Wales Associate Professor Xanthé Mallett, University of Newcastle

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard's trial by TikTok May 09, 2022

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Intimate and disturbing details of Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s former relationship have been aired during a very public defamation trial in the US. On TikTok, videos supporting Johnny Depp’s side have gone viral - so, why are so many people fascinated in this case online? Plus, early voting is open! We get you up to speed on everything you need to know about casting your federal election ballot early, and we also fill you in on a new policy announcement that's aiming to win over young teachers. And Sydney Fashion Week is featuring a "Curve Runway" to promote more inclusive sizing in Australian fashion. Live guests: Dr Jonathon Hutchinson, University of Technology Sydney Evan Ekin-Smith Australian Electoral Commission spokesperson Claudia Long, Hack's political reporter Leina Broughton, size inclusivity campaigner and fashion designer

The (Brisbane) Shakeup: Queensland politics, rogue characters and angry boomers May 06, 2022

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It's the Shakeup and we're talking ... The battle to win Queensland in the upcoming election, the maverick politicians gunning for votes in the state, and boomer tirades about young people. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with 4ZZZ Radio station manager (and Hack alumni) Stephen Stockwell and the Guardian's Queensland reporter Eden Gillespie.

Hack’s Election Road Trip: Mount Isa May 05, 2022

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It's the next stop on our election road trip: the remote mining town of Mount Isa, way up in the northwest outback region of Queensland. We're chatting to young people about the issues that'll be swaying their votes this election, with the rising cost of living and access to healthcare big on the agenda. And we sit down for a pretty rogue conversation with local federal MP, Bob Katter. Guests: Lech Blaine, writer Bob Katter, Member for Kennedy

Abortion rights under threat May 04, 2022

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A leaked document from the US Supreme Court has sparked mass protests on the streets of America. It suggests that abortion rights could soon be dramatically wound back, if the historic Roe v Wade ruling is overturned. How did it happen, and what will it mean for Americans' reproductive rights? And what's it like to spend your life capturing the weird and wonderful quirks of the animal kingdom? We speak with wildlife documentary maker Alex Vail. Plus, the Liberal party is getting anxious about Independent candidates in some key Victorian seats. We take a look at who’s giving the Libs a run for their money, and why they could be so successful in this election. Live guests: Dr Prudence Flowers, Senior Lecturer in US History at Flinders University Alex Vail, documentary maker Claudia Long, Hack’s political reporter

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