Billi is usually the person asking the questions on this podcast. Today, we're flipping that - because this week, she interviewed the Treasurer, and we want to know how she actually did it. 

From research, to the questions she cuts, to what it's like when someone won't give you a straight answer - we're getting into all of it.

Today, Billi's going to take us behind the scenes to see what it takes to prepare for, execute, and then publish a big interview.

Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons
Producer: Rosa Bowden

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Billi is usually the person asking the questions on this podcast. Today, we're flipping that - because this week, she interviewed the Treasurer, and we want to know how she actually did it. From research, to the questions she cuts, to what it's like when someone won't give you a straight answer - we're getting into all of it.
Today, Billi's going to take us behind the scenes to see what it takes to prepare for, execute, and then publish a big interview. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Rosa Bowden
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
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Today's headlines include:
An Australian man has died after falling on the trail to the ancient Incan site of Machu Picchu in Peru.
Mexican-themed chain Guzman y Gomez has pulled out of the U.S. market, closing all of its restaurants in Chicago effective immediately.
A Paris appeals court has found plane manufacturer Airbus and airline Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over a plane crash in the Atlantic Ocean in 2009 that killed 228 people.
And today’s good news! Las Vegas is set to host a parade celebrating female athletes, following a push from American rapper Flavor Flav.

Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler
Producer: Rosa Bowden

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Today's headlines include:
<ul>
<li>An Australian man has died after falling on the trail to the ancient Incan site of Machu Picchu in Peru.</li>
<li>Mexican-themed chain Guzman y Gomez has pulled out of the U.S. market, closing all of its restaurants in Chicago effective immediately.</li>
<li>A Paris appeals court has found plane manufacturer Airbus and airline Air France guilty of corporate manslaughter over a plane crash in the Atlantic Ocean in 2009 that killed 228 people.</li>
<li>And today&rsquo;s good news! Las Vegas is set to host a parade celebrating female athletes, following a push from American rapper Flavor Flav.</li>
</ul>
Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Zara Seidler Producer: Rosa Bowden
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
Want more from TDA? <a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a>
Have feedback for us? We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you&rsquo;ve got feedback, we&rsquo;re all ears.&nbsp;<a href="https://thedailyaus.typeform.com/to/D0EhJI4S">Tell us here</a>.

Headlines: Aussie man dies falling off trail in Peru

Today's headlines include:
The Australian Government has joined global condemnation of an Israeli minister who taunted detained activists, including 11 Australians.
The unemployment rate jumped to 4.5% and 18,600 jobs dropped out of the economy in April, according to new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
A photographer has been charged after allegedly stealing camera equipment from a Bondi Beach massacre victim and selling it to a pawn shop days after the attack.
And today’s good news: Scientists have discovered over 1,100 previously unknown marine species, in what’s been described as a “landmark” Ocean Census.

Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons
Producer: Elliot Lawry

Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.

The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.

Want more from TDA?
Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter
Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel

Have feedback for us?
We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.

Today's headlines include:
<ul>
<li>The Australian Government has joined global condemnation of an Israeli minister who taunted detained activists, including 11 Australians.</li>
<li>The unemployment rate jumped to 4.5% and 18,600 jobs dropped out of the economy in April, according to new figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).</li>
<li>A photographer has been charged after allegedly stealing camera equipment from a Bondi Beach massacre victim and selling it to a pawn shop days after the attack.</li>
<li>And today&rsquo;s good news: Scientists have discovered over 1,100 previously unknown marine species, in what&rsquo;s been described as a &ldquo;landmark&rdquo; Ocean Census.</li>
</ul>
Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimons Producer: Elliot Lawry
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
Want more from TDA? <a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a>
Have feedback for us? We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you&rsquo;ve got feedback, we&rsquo;re all ears.&nbsp;<a href="https://thedailyaus.typeform.com/to/D0EhJI4S">Tell us here</a>.

Headlines: Aus condemns Israeli minister who taunted detained activists

CW: today’s episode contains discussion of sexual assault and rape. If you or anyone you know needs support, 1800 RESPECT is available on 1800 737 732. For 24/7 crisis support, contact lifeline on 13 11 14. 


A BBC investigation this week has rocked one of the world's most popular reality TV formats. The UK version of Married at First Sight has been pulled from streaming, including here in Australia, after three women on the show alleged sexual assault during filming. 

The show’s broadcaster has launched a review, police are involved, and the fallout is raising questions about how far reality TV goes to protect the people on it. Today, we’ll unpack everything you need to know about the downfall of MAFS UK.

Support services:
1800 Respect
Lifeline
Full Stop Australia 

Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Elliot Lawry
Producer: Rosa Bowden

Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.

The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.

Want more from TDA?
Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter
Subscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel

Have feedback for us?
We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.

CW: today&rsquo;s episode contains discussion of sexual assault and rape. If you or anyone you know needs support, 1800 RESPECT is available on 1800 737 732. For 24/7 crisis support, contact lifeline on 13 11 14.&nbsp; 
A BBC investigation this week has rocked one of the world's most popular reality TV formats. The UK version of Married at First Sight has been pulled from streaming, including here in Australia, after three women on the show alleged sexual assault during filming. The show&rsquo;s broadcaster has launched a review, police are involved, and the fallout is raising questions about how far reality TV goes to protect the people on it. Today, we&rsquo;ll unpack everything you need to know about the downfall of MAFS UK.
Support services: <a href="https://1800respect.org.au/">1800 Respect</a> <a href="https://www.lifeline.org.au/">Lifeline</a> <a href="https://fullstop.org.au/">Full Stop Australia</a>&nbsp;
Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Elliot Lawry Producer: Rosa Bowden
Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click &lsquo;follow&rsquo; on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful.
The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent.
Want more from TDA? <a href="https://thedailyaus.com.au/newsletter/">Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletter</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@thedailyaus">Subscribe to The Daily Aus&rsquo; YouTube Channel</a>
Have feedback for us? We&rsquo;re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you&rsquo;ve got feedback, we&rsquo;re all ears.&nbsp;<a href="https://thedailyaus.typeform.com/to/D0EhJI4S">Tell us here</a>.

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