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Possibly the longest shownotes in history thanks to Gemini 3 Pro. Bless the swamp from which this AI slop emerged and enjoy the episode. Or just read this, I suppose. The title sucks terribly. Do better, Gemmo! Show Notes with Time‑Shifted Timestamps(All timestamps below have been shifted forward by 25 seconds to allow for theme music, as requested.)00:00 – Welcome, Cricket and the Pink Ball at the Gabba00:00:25 – Jack the Insider (Joel Hill) opens episode 137 of The Two Jacks and notes they're recording just after midday on 4 December.00:00:36 – Quick chat about the looming day–night Test at the Gabba and the prospect it could finish very quickly.00:00:44 – Hong Kong Jack explains why dusk session timings in Hong Kong line up perfectly with “Asahi o'clock”.00:01:07 – The Jacks wonder which pink ball is in use – Duke or Kookaburra – and what that means for Mitchell Starc and the batters.00:01:30 – They flag that full cricket chat will come later in the episode.Tai Po Fire, Mourning and Accountability in Hong Kong00:01:53 – Jack the Insider pivots from sport to tragedy: an update on the Tai Po (Typo) fire in Hong Kong, now with 159 dead, from ages 1 to 97.00:02:07 – Hong Kong Jack describes the government‑ordered three‑day citywide mourning period, mass flower layings, official ceremonies and a three‑minute silence.00:02:35 – Discussion of schools cancelling Christmas parties and staff functions in solidarity; a sense the tragedy is being taken seriously across society.00:02:55 – Hong Kong Jack outlines the judge‑led inquiry: not only into the Tai Po fire's causes, but also systemic issues in building management and renovation contracts on large estates, with hints of corruption.00:03:30 – Evidence emerging that the green construction cloth lacked proper fire retardant and that flammable materials were used to seal lift wells, helping the fire move inside.00:04:23 – Bodies, including one man, found in stairwells and lobbies; Hong Kong Jack cautions against jumping to conclusions before investigators reconstruct the fire.00:04:53 – Arrest tally climbs to around 12, mostly consultants/contractors involved in management and renovations rather than labourers.00:05:35 – Hong Kong Jack notes large numbers of displaced residents in hotels and temporary accommodation and outlines generous government payments to families of foreign domestic workers killed (about HKD 800,000 per family).00:06:05 – A harrowing vignette: a Javanese truck driver receives a final phone call from his wife, trapped with her employers' baby, seeking forgiveness because there is no escape.00:06:35 – The Jacks reflect on the horror of the story and promise to revisit the inquiry as more facts emerge.Australia's Under‑16 Social Media Restrictions & VPNs00:06:50 – Jack the Insider turns to domestic Australian politics: the under‑16 social media restrictions about to kick in.00:07:05 – He notes overwhelming parental support (around 80%) but says the government is now “hosing down expectations” and reframing the policy as a long‑term “cultural change” effort.00:07:30 – Platforms not yet on the restricted list – Roblox and Discord – are flagged as problematic globally for child sexual exploitation, illustrating rollout gaps.00:08:05 – They discuss technical enforcement: existing account age data, length of time on a platform and the likelihood that some adults will be wrongly flagged but quickly reinstated.00:08:35 – Jack the Insider explains the government's theory of cultural change: a generation that grows up never having had TikTok or Instagram under 16 “won't know what they're missing”.00:09:00 – Hong Kong Jack compares Australia to mainland China's efforts to control the internet and points out China still can't stamp out VPN usage, predicting similar Australian difficulties.00:09:25 – Jack the Insider clarifies that VPNs are not illegal in Australia; about 27% of connected Australians already use one, probably now closer to a third.00:09:55 – He strongly recommends everyone use a VPN for privacy and location masking, and warns that good VPNs now explicitly advise not to choose Australia as an exit node because of the new regime.00:11:00 – They note that Malaysia and several European countries (Denmark, Spain, France and EU initiatives) are eyeing similar under‑age social media restrictions, with large fines (Australia's up to about AUD 50 million or 1% of turnover).00:12:20 – Meta is already scanning and booting under‑age users, but teenagers are sharing tips on evading age checks. Jack the Insider describes various age‑verification methods: selfie‑based AI checks, account age, and Roblox's move to ban under‑15s.00:13:45 – Anecdote about Macau security doing ID checks: Hong Kong Jack's son is checked for being over 21, while Jack's own age makes ID unnecessary—an amusing generational moment.00:14:55 – The Jacks agree the policy is unlikely to stop kids having TikTok accounts but might “nudge” behaviour toward less screen time.00:16:00 – Jack the Insider stresses the real dangers of the internet—particularly organised child sexual exploitation rings like the notorious “764” network—and questions whether blunt prohibition can solve these issues.Bruce Lehrmann, Appeals and Costs00:18:22 – They move to the Bruce Lehrmann defamation saga: his appeal has failed and he's likely millions of dollars in debt.00:18:45 – Discussion of the prospect of a High Court appeal, the low likelihood of leave being granted, and the sense that further appeals are “good money after bad”.00:19:22 – Jack the Insider notes outstanding criminal charges against Lehrmann in Toowoomba relating to an alleged statutory rape, and outlines the allegation about removing a condom after earlier consensual sex.00:20:07 – They discuss the probable difficulty of prosecuting that case, and then pivot to the practical question: who is funding Lehrmann's ongoing legal adventures?00:20:35 – Hong Kong Jack explains why some lawyers or firms may take on such cases for profile, despite poor prospects of payment, and they canvass talk of crowdfunding efforts.00:21:07 – The Jacks agree Lehrmann should have left the public stage after the criminal trial was discontinued; now, bankruptcy in 2026 looks likely.00:21:58 – Limited sympathy for Channel 10 or Lisa Wilkinson; more sympathy reserved for Brittany Higgins and Fiona Brown, who are seen as exceptions in an otherwise “pretty ordinary” cast.NACC, Commissioner Brereton and Conflicts of Interest00:23:24 – The Jacks turn to the National Anti‑Corruption Commission (NACC) and Commissioner Paul Brereton's side work for Defence.00:24:03 – Hong Kong Jack recounts Senate Estimates footage where officials first claimed Brereton's Defence consulting work occurred outside NACC hours, then later admitted more than ten instances (possibly close to 20) during NACC office time.00:25:25 – Discussion of conflict‑of‑interest: the Commissioner maintaining a paid Defence relationship while heading the body that may need to investigate Defence.00:25:57 – The Jacks question the tenability of his position, especially given the NACC's opaque nature, its minimal public reporting obligations and a salary around AUD 800k–900k plus expenses.The Struggling Australian and Global Economy, Productivity and ANZ00:26:20 – Jack the Insider outlines Australia's sluggish economy: inflation remains sticky, GDP growth is flat, and government spending is driving much of the growth.00:27:00 – They discuss a small, tentative rise in productivity (around 0.2% for the quarter) and the Treasurer's caution that productivity figures are volatile.00:27:57 – Hong Kong Jack stresses that historically, economies escape malaise through productivity‑driven growth; there is no easy alternative, in Australia or globally.00:28:23 – Broader global picture: the US isn't in outright recession but is crawling; Europe is sluggish; Poland is a rare bright spot but rapid growth brings its own risks.ANZ and Post‑Royal Commission Failures00:28:54 – Focus shifts to ANZ's continuing governance and compliance failures after the Banking Royal Commission.00:29:30 – Jack the Insider shares a personal story about dealing with ANZ's deceased estates department following his mother and stepfather's deaths and the difficulty in releasing funds to pay for funerals.00:30:20 – Justice Jonathan Beach's scathing remarks: ANZ is still mishandling deceased estates, charging fees and interest to dead customers, despite years of warnings.00:31:34 – They recall Royal Commission revelations about “fees for no service” and charging the dead, plus ANZ's recent exclusion from certain Commonwealth bond business due to rorting.00:32:12 – The Jacks see this as a clear culture problem: five years on, the basics still aren't fixed, suggesting inadequate investment in compliance and little genuine reform.UK Justice Backlog and Curtailing Jury Trials00:33:05 – The conversation moves to the UK's proposal to restrict jury trials for offences likely to attract less than a two‑year sentence.00:33:35 – Hong Kong Jack notes the English historical attachment to jury trials dating back to Magna Carta, and that defendants have long had the right to opt for a jury if imprisonment is possible.00:34:38 – Justice Minister David Lammy, once a fierce critic of similar Tory proposals, is now advancing the idea himself, creating a political shambles.00:35:02 – They weigh up pros and cons of judge‑only trials for complex financial crimes, where juries may struggle to follow long, technical evidence.00:36:10 – Jack the Insider points out that even judges can find such cases difficult, but there is at least some expertise advantage.00:36:22 – They revisit the Southport riots and harsh sentences for people inciting attacks on hotels housing asylum seekers, arguing that common‑sense community judgment via juries may be better in such politically charged cases.00:37:26 – Ultimately, they doubt the reforms will meaningfully reduce the UK's huge court backlog and see it as another noisy but ineffective response.Ethics in Politics, Misleading Voters and the “Ethics Czar” Problem00:39:21 – Discussion moves to the UK budget, alleged “black holes” and whether the Chancellor misled voters about a AUD 22 billion‑equivalent gap.00:40:14 – They examine calls for the Prime Minister's ethics adviser, Sir Laurie Magnus, to rule on ministerial truthfulness, and Hong Kong Jack's discomfort with handing moral judgment to “anointed officials”.00:40:51 – The Jacks argue accountability should rest with Parliament and ultimately voters, not appointed ethics czars, whether in the Johnson era or now.00:41:36 – In Australia, Tony Burke's handling of “ISIS brides” returning to Australia is cited: he asked officials to leave a meeting so he could talk politically with constituents. The Jacks see this as legitimate hard‑headed politics in a very complex area rather than an ethical scandal.00:43:03 – Jack the Insider defends the principle that Australian citizenship must mean something, especially for children of ISIS‑linked families; stripping citizenship or abandoning citizens overseas can be a dangerous precedent.00:44:08 – Anecdotes segue into a broader reflection: politicians have always misled voters to some extent. They quote stories about Huey Long and Graham Richardson's defence of political lying.00:45:24 – They swap observations about “tells” when leaders like Malcolm Turnbull or Julia Gillard were lying; Scott Morrison, they say, had no visible tell at all.00:46:22 – Cabinet solidarity is framed as institutionally sanctioned lying: ministers must publicly back decisions they privately opposed, and yet the system requires that to function.Ukraine War, Peace Efforts and Putin's Rhetoric00:46:42 – The Jacks discuss reports of draft peace deals between Ukraine, the US and Russia that Moscow rejected over wording and guarantees.00:47:17 – Jack the Insider describes a gaunt Foreign Ministry spokesman, not Sergey Lavrov, delivering Russia's objections, sparking rumours about Lavrov's status.00:47:56 – Putin goes on TV to reassure Russians they're winning, threatens destruction of Europe if conflict escalates and claims territorial gains Russia doesn't actually hold.00:48:17 – Hong Kong Jack argues European fantasies of imposing a “strategic defeat” on Russia are unrealistic; retaking all occupied regions and Crimea would exact unbearable costs in lives and money.00:49:33 – The Jacks infer that Putin will eventually need to “sell” a negotiated deal as a victory to his own public; his current bluster is partly domestic theatre.00:49:50 – They note some odd, Trump‑like US talk of structuring peace as a “business deal” with economic incentives for Russia, which they find an odd fit for a brutal territorial war.Trump's Polling Collapse, Economic Credibility and 202600:50:13 – Attention turns to Donald Trump's polling in his second term: his net approval is negative across all major polls, in some cases approaching minus 20.00:51:04 – Jack the Insider highlights Trump's recent promises of USD 2,000 cheques to every American plus no income tax—claims they see as fantastical and electorally risky when voters inevitably ask “where's my money?”.00:51:39 – They compare Trump's denial of inflation and cost‑of‑living pressures to Biden's earlier mistakes in minimising pain; telling people “everything's cheaper now” when their lived experience contradicts that is politically fatal.00:52:34 – Hong Kong Jack notes history shows that insisting things are fine when voters know they aren't only accelerates your polling collapse.00:53:02 – They briefly touch on a special election in Tennessee: a safe Trump district where the Republican margin has shrunk. They caution against over‑reading the result but note softening support.00:54:14 – CNN's Harry Enten is quoted: this has been Trump's worst ten‑day polling run of the second term, with net approval among independents plunging to about minus 43 and a negative 34 on inflation.00:55:15 – They speculate about what this means for the 2026 midterms: Trump won't be on the ballot but will loom large. A future Republican president, they note, might still face governing without a Congressional majority.Disability, Elite Colleges and the Accommodation Arms Race00:56:07 – The Jacks discuss Derek Thompson's forthcoming Atlantic piece on surging disability registrations at elite US colleges: more than 20% at Brown and Harvard, 34% at Amherst and 38% at Stanford.00:57:10 – Hong Kong Jack explains how disability status yields exam and assessment advantages: extra time, flexible deadlines, better housing, etc., and why wealthy students are more likely to secure diagnoses.00:57:48 – They cite intake breakdowns at one college: small numbers for visual/hearing disabilities, larger numbers for autism, neurological conditions and especially psychological or emotional disabilities—suggesting a big shift in what counts as disabling.00:58:45 – Jack the Insider counters that many of these conditions were under‑diagnosed or ignored in the 1970s and 80s; growing recognition doesn't automatically mean fraud.00:59:40 – He brings in chronic conditions like ME/CFS: historically treated as malingering or “all in the head”, now increasingly accepted as serious and often disabling.01:00:02 – Hong Kong Jack quotes a Stanford professor asking, “At what point can we say no? 50%? 60%?”—underlining institutional concern that the system can't cope if a majority claim accommodations.01:01:05 – They wrestle with the employer's problem: how to interpret grades achieved with significant accommodations, and whether workplaces must also provide similar allowances.01:02:21 – Jack the Insider's answer is essentially yes: good employers should accommodate genuine disability, and it's on applicants to be upfront. He stresses diversity of ability and that many high‑achieving disabled people are valuable hires.01:03:40 – Hong Kong Jack remains more sceptical, shaped by long legal experience of people gaming systems, but agrees lawyers shouldn't be the priestly class defining morality.Cricket: India–South Africa, NZ–West Indies, BBL and the Gabba01:04:25 – They pivot back to sport: a successful South African tour of India, including a series win in Tests and a 1–1 one‑day series with big hundreds from Virat Kohli, Gaikwad and Aiden Markram.01:05:31 – Quick update on New Zealand's Test against the West Indies in Christchurch, with New Zealand rebuilding in their second innings through Ravindra and Latham.Women's Cricket and Phoebe Litchfield01:06:19 – Jack the Insider raves about the Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat game and singles out Phoebe Litchfield as the best women's batter in the world: technically sound, not a slogger, scoring “runs for fun” and hailing from Orange.Gabba Day–Night Test: Australia v England01:06:50 – With Usman Khawaja out, they discuss the unchanged 12 and whether Bo Webster plays, potentially pushing Travis Head up to open.01:07:39 – For England, Mark Wood hasn't recovered; they bring in Will Jacks, a batting all‑rounder and part‑time spinner, to bolster the order but lose their fastest bowler.01:08:11 – If you win the toss? Bat first, they say—if the conditions allow—and look to control the game with the bat for four hours or more.01:08:44 – They caution that with recent heavy Queensland rain, the pitch could be juicy whether you bat first or second; the key is getting cricket on Saturday.01:08:48 – Hong Kong Jack rates this as the best England attack to tour Australia in a long time, especially with Wood and Archer firing in Perth, although Archer's pace dropped markedly in the second innings.01:09:36 – They dissect England's first‑Test collapse: at one stage it was an “unlosable” match according to Ponting and the stats, but reckless strokes from set batters (Duckett, Pope, Root, Brook) handed it back to Australia.01:09:55 – Mitchell Starc's extraordinary home day–night record—averaging around 17 with the pink ball—looms as a big factor.Franchise Cricket, Empty Stadiums and Saving the Red‑Ball Game01:12:11 – Jack the Insider describes watching the ILT20 in the UAE: near‑empty stands, disengaged fielders and an overall “soulless” spectacle aimed solely at TV viewers in South Asia and the Gulf.01:13:49 – Despite his love of cricket, he worries this is a glimpse of the future if the longer formats aren't protected and nurtured. He pleads, in effect, for saving Test and other red‑ball cricket from being cannibalised by anonymous franchise leagues.Class and Cricket: Private Schools, Clubs and Stuart Broad01:14:11 – The Jacks explore the class divide in English cricket: all but one of England's Perth XI finished school at private schools; the sole exception is captain Ben Stokes, who grew up partly in New Zealand.01:15:05 – In contrast, Australia's pathway still runs largely through club cricket, though private schools with professional coaching (like Cranbrook) give some players a head start.01:15:47 – Jack the Insider notes Sam Conscientious (Sam Constance / Cummins reference is implied) spending two years at Cranbrook, reflecting how elite schools build academies with ex‑first‑class coaches that state systems can't match.01:16:20 – They agree state‑school kids like the Waugh twins still come through club cricket, but in England, some top private schools effectively operate as de facto county academies.01:17:31 – Anecdotes about Stuart Broad: a likeable “nepo baby” of former England player Chris Broad, who was toughened up by a formative season at Hoppers Crossing in Melbourne sub‑district cricket. Local players loved him.01:18:20 – Hong Kong Jack recommends Broad's appearance on The Front Bar as essential viewing for understanding his character and the cultural contrasts between English and Australian cricket.01:18:40 – More class culture: Chris Cowdrey, briefly England captain, shows up in full whites and blazer to toss with Viv Richards in surf shorts and thongs. When Cowdrey starts reading out England's XI, Viv cuts him off: “Mate, I don't care who you play, it's not going to make any difference.”F1, Oscar Piastri's Bad Luck and AFLW Glory01:21:11 – Brief detour to Formula 1: Oscar Piastri's season with McLaren seems dogged by terrible luck and questionable team decisions that have cost him a near‑certain championship.01:21:57 – Jack the Insider reflects on how F1 drivers like Piastri have effectively been in vehicles since toddlerhood, climbing the ladder from go‑karts to supercars.01:22:50 – They express hope he can clinch the title in the final race, but wryly note that F1 rarely grants fairytale endings.AFLW01:22:23 – AFLW: North Melbourne complete an undefeated season to win the premiership, comfortably beating Brisbane in the grand final.01:23:07 – Hong Kong Jack praises it as the best AFLW season yet, with marked improvement in depth and skill across the competition. North remain the benchmark everyone else must chase.Wrap‑Up, Tom Stoppard Anecdote and Season Timing01:23:49 – The Jacks look ahead to watching the Gabba Test, beers on ice for Jack the Insider and the late Hong Kong dusk session for Hong Kong Jack.01:24:01 – They note the death of playwright Tom Stoppard at 88 and share a favourite story: Spielberg offers him the Jaws screenplay; Stoppard declines because he's writing a play—“actually for BBC Radio”.01:25:11 – Final reflections on how Stoppard would have improved Jaws, then a note that the podcast will soon reach its final episodes for the year, with plans to feature listener feedback before a short summer break.01:25:56 – Jack the Insider signs off, thanking listeners and Hong Kong Jack, and promises they'll be back next week.

On this week's episode of the Unnatural Selection Podcast, we discuss: Australia's social media ban for under-16s starts today. Here is what you should know. Brittany Higgins declared bankrupt amid Linda Reynolds court saga. Linda Reynolds' lawyer says Brittany Higgins claims she's broke, hasn't paid 'a cent' to defamation case debt. Donald Trump fails to secure ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia as border conflict continues. What does the US proposal that foreign tourists disclose social media information mean for Australians? Should the US Sell Hopper Chips to China?  Trump keeps the oil Trump shits on JD. The Unnatural Selection podcast is produced by Jorge Tsipos, Adam Direen and Tom Heath. Visit the Unnatural Selection website at www.UnnaturalShow.com for stuff and things. The views expressed are those of the hosts and their guests and do not reflect those of any other entities. Unnatural Selection is a show made for comedic purposes and should not be taken seriously by anyone. Twitter: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Instagram: @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow Threads: @tom.heath @JorgeTsipos @UnnaturalShow  

A trustee will take over Brittany Higgins’ financial affairs, as her husband faces bankruptcy proceedings of his own. Plus, football legend Stephen Silvagni says he's determined to help son Tom clear his name after a rape conviction. Also, the parliamentary expenses scandal drags in another senior minister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The death toll in Gaza has surpassed 70,000 as a fragile ceasefire holds on paper while strikes continue. We give you the latest updates on the International Stabilisation Force gearing up to enter the zone, and why Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has formally asked for a pardon in his long-running corruption trial. Plus, with the social media ban just days away, Communications Minister Anika Wells confirms the crackdown is about cultural change, busts the myth that we must hand over their passports to stay online, and reveals how the e-Safety Commissioner will actually check the ban is working. And in headlines today, Brittany Higgins says she can "breathe again" after Bruce Lehrmann lost his appeal against a defamation decision that found he raped her; With Meta set to begin deactivating accounts held by Australians under the age of 16 from today, the Telecommunications Industry Ombudsman says they are set for a wave of complaints they have no power to resolve; The Brisbane Olympic vision has been revealed - "Believe. Belong. Become. Brisbane 2032"; Singer Jessie J says she just saw a mum who's gone through cancer when she broke royal protocol and hugged the Princess of Wales THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Dr Jessica Genauer, International Relations expert, Flinders University Audio Producer: Jacob RoundBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Disgraced former political staffer Bruce Lehrmann has lost his bid to overturn a court finding that he probably raped his colleague Brittany Higgins in Parliament House; An internal review into the coalition's election loss has pinned some blame on US President Donald Trump for turning voters away from Peter Dutton; A study by the University of South Australia has found the fastest growing cohort of people using long term antidepressants are younger Aussies; YouTube has confirmed it will comply with Australia's world-first under-16s social media ban; Hugh Jackman has sent Oprah to Bill's in Sydney to try their renowned ricotta hotcakes Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Taylah Strano Audio Production: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Lehrmann loses his bid to appeal a court finding that, on balance of probabilities, he raped Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019.

Thursday Headlines: Brittany Higgins says she ‘can breathe again’ after Lehrmann loses appeal, government warned to curb spending or risk rising inflation in 2026, baby among dead as Hong Kong fire death toll climbs to 159, controversial Hobart stadium gets parliament's support, and Spotify has dropped its Wrapped for 2025! Deep Dive: If you could, would you ditch the algorithm that decides who and what you see on social media? That’s the idea behind a new campaign which is calling on the Australian Government to legislate an “opt-in” feature to help us avoid misogynistic, racist, homophobic and harmful content online. On this episode of The Briefing, Sacha Barbour Gatt speaks with Chanel Contos, the founder of Teach Us Consent, to learn more about the Fix Our Feeds campaign. If you want to check out the open letter to Anthony Albanese, you can do that here: https://www.teachusconsent.com/fix-our-feeds#open-letter Further listening from headlines: Higgins v Lehrmann: Part 1 Brittany Higgins v Bruce Lehrmann explained: Part 2 Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Lehrmann loses his bid to appeal a court finding that, on balance of probabilities, he raped Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019.

Mark Levy gets the latest out of the Federal Court, with Bruce Lehrmann failing in his bid to overturn a court ruling that found, on the balance of probabilities, that he raped former colleague Brittany Higgins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justice Michael Lee was right to find, on the balance of probabilities, that Bruce Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins - that’s the decision from the full Federal Court in dismissing Lehrmann’s appeal. Now Lehrmann will have to pay more legal costs for his opponents, Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson. Hear our earlier episode about Lehrmann’s appeal grounds here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yesterday, former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann lost the appeal of his failed defamation case against Network Ten and its journalist Lisa Wilkinson. It comes after the Federal Court ruled last year that it was more likely than not that Lehrmann raped Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019. In today’s podcast, we’ll explain the latest judgment and what it means for this long-running case. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Emma GillespieProducer: Orla Maher 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 newsletterSubscribe 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Lehrmann loses his bid to appeal a court finding that, on balance of probabilities, he raped Brittany Higgins at Parliament House in 2019.

Weight loss drugs have once again dominated health headlines.The World Health Organization has endorsed Ozempic-type drugs for long-term obesity treatment, while Australia's TGA has issues new safety alerts - so what's going on here? Plus, we dive into the contentious Oxford Word of the Year, and why it was some people raging... literally. And in headlines today, A suppression order has been lifted allowing reporting on the dark history of Greg Lynn; Disgraced former political staffer Bruce Lehrmann will learn today whether a an appeal to overturn a court ruling he probably raped colleague Brittany Higgins is successful; Palestinian militant group Hamas says it is handing over the remains of one of the two last hostage bodies still in the Gaza Strip; The Prada Group has officially purchased Milan fashion rival Versace in a 1.25 billion euro ($A2.21 billion) deal; Miley Cyrus is engaged to musician Maxx Morando THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guests: Dr Terri-Lynne South, Chair of RACGP Specific Interests Obesity ManagementMyf Warhurst, cultural commentator & host of The Moment podcast Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Finance Minister Katy Gallagher - who aggressively pursued the concept of a Liberal conspiracy to cover up the rape of Brittany Higgins - has refused to say whether she accepts two courts’ rulings that the conspiracy was fabricated. In today’s episode - inside the fiery parliamentary hearings exploring why the Labor government is spending hundreds of thousands of dollars defending its actions in the Higgins matter. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Joshua Burton. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Penny Wong faces the heat over her part in the Brittany Higgins cover-up saga, NDIS funding hotspots revealed. Plus, the latest from the US including the inept governor of Minnesota Tim Walz scrambling to avoid accountability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government, under renewed pressure for its mishandling of the Brittany Higgins saga, claims that Meghan Markle helps herself to dresses. Plus, the latest from the US, including Democrat lawmakers being investigated by the FBI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Coalition minister Linda Reynolds, victorious in her court battles against Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz, is now taking aim at Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Plus, is this Sussan Ley’s last week as leader?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen cedes hosting rights for the COP 31 climate summit to Turkey – but he hasn’t given up completely. Plus, Reynolds’ warning to the PM, and Speakman fights for his job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CBA chief calls for slashing migration to fix housing, bank bosses face tough grilling in Canberra. Plus, Anthony Albanese sidesteps questions on Brittany Higgins cover-up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Albanese government's Brittany Higgins cover up now protecting Labor's mean girls, China's new robot weapon and why it should scare Australians. Plus, another Liberal leader bites the dust in Victoria. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new twist in the Brittany Higgins-sparked feud between three of politics’ most senior women: Cabinet ministers Penny Wong and Katy Gallagher at odds with former Morrison government minister Linda Reynolds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Liberal Party finally abandons net zero by 2050 in a bid to focus on affordable energy. Plus, Chris Merritt on the secret cache of documents related to Brittany Higgins’ payout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump labels the late Jeffrey Epstein a ‘paedophile and a creep’ after Democrats release fresh emails between the convicted child sex offender, his girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell and author Michael Wolff. Plus, Adolf Hitler’s DNA secrets revealed - and the latest twist in Linda Reynolds v Brittany Higgins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The International Olympic Committee will ban men from competing in women’s sport in time for the 2028 Olympic Games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just FYI there is no @thetwojacks account on 'social media' - well, not that I know of. How good is AI! We will surely be replaced. Soon. Definitely worth the water usage. Proposed Episode Titles"Diplomacy, Deadlines & Drama: The Two Jacks #131""Cargo Plane Crashes, Canberra Intrigues: The Two Jacks #131""Political Punchlines and Parliamentary Plots — Two Jacks Podcast""Mineral Deals & Media Moments: Episode 131"Episode SummaryIn this episode, The Two Jacks break down a tumultuous week in global politics, aviation, and Australian parliamentary affairs. Highlights include a fatal cargo plane crash at Hong Kong airport, Prime Minister Albanese's high-stakes visit to Washington, DC, and the shifting sands of party leadership in Canberra. Lively debate, incisive commentary, and recurring humor fill an hour packed with analysis—from the fate of Prince Andrew to the fallout of Brittany Higgins' legal battles.Segment Timestamps & Key TopicsTimestampTopic/Segment00:01Greetings; episode intro and context00:16Hong Kong airport cargo plane crash — causes, casualties, aftermath01:32Anthony Albanese, Trump, and Australia's US delegation — diplomatic exchanges04:32US-Australia $8.5B critical minerals framework agreement, Waggerup & Arafura09:27Coalition criticism: Kevin Rudd's role, embarrassment, media moments12:14Internal Liberal Party analysis—Paterson, Taylor, Lay, women's vote, future18:41Barnaby Joyce's future: One Nation rumors, role of minor parties25:25Expansion of the House of Representatives — numbers, constitutional effects33:15Senate comparisons: Australia vs US, anecdotes about Ricky Muir44:42Higgins-Lehrmann-Reynolds fallout: legal actions, media fatigue53:24Australia in global happiness rankings, comparison to Scandinavian countries58:30Closing remarks and preview for next episodeCall to ActionSubscribe, rate, and review on your podcast platform of choice.Send feedback or questions via the show's website or email.Follow @TheTwoJacks on social media for updates and more content.

Finance Minister Katy Gallagher claims she doesn’t have anything further to say about Brittany Higgins’ allegation she was raped in the Parliament House office of her former boss, Linda Reynolds. Plus, gifts exchanged at the White House and a clash over Kevin Rudd’s old tweets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh polling shows only one in three Victorians support the state-based treaty, Brittany Higgins drops her defamation appeal against Linda Reynolds. Plus, all the US news, including what Americans made of our politicians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Six months after her death, Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Giuffre’s memoir is published, including an allegation Prince Andrew considered it his ‘birthright’ to have sex with her. The Duke of York denies any wrongdoing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former minister Linda Reynolds - Brittany Higgins’ ex-boss - wants justice. Her new targets: Labor foes Penny Wong and Katy Gallagher. You can read more about this story, plus see photos, videos and additional reporting, on the website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented and produced by Claire Harvey and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the Parliament Sports Club scandal that’s uncovered explosive allegations about the powerful forces that are really running Canberra. The Australian Parliament Sports Club was thrown into the spotlight last week when Independent Senator and former Wallaby David Pocock was kicked out of the club after raising concerns about its lobbying status during Senate Estimates. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Independent MP Allegra Spender, who says this latest controversy is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to powerful lobby groups and why she is now calling for greater transparency. Headlines: Melbourne’s CBD was shut down this morning, after a man allegedly went on a carjacking rampage across the city, the top bosses of the childcare chain at the centre of shock sex abuse allegations have resigned, and Linda Reynolds has launched new legal proceedings against Brittany Higgins. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR Newsroom See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wednesday Headlines: White House confirms Albo meeting after Trump sprays UN, Australian childcare bosses grilled over mistreatment and abuse at inquiry, Elon Musk’s father accused of child sexual abuse, new changes for millions with student debt, and the country’s most culturally powerful people have been named. Deep Dive: Higgins v Lehrmann: Part 1 Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann are names that continue to dominate headlines over four years after Brittany first went public with allegations she was sexually assaulted in Parliament House. Since then, a legal, political and media domino effect ensued, including a criminal trial, corruption probes and multiple defamation cases that are still playing out today. In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy and Chris Spyrou unpack the case at the heart of it all, the media frenzy and the Lehrman v Network Ten defamation suit. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over four years after Brittany Higgins first went public with allegations she was sexually assaulted in Parliament House; the political and legal fallout is still playing out today. It's included a criminal trial, corruption probes, multiple defamation cases, and fresh allegations aimed at her rapist. In this episode of The Briefing, Tara Cassidy and Chris Spyrou unpack everything that’s happened since the explosive defamation trial between Bruce Lehrmann and Lisa Wilkinson, up to the latest courtroom sagas, payouts and “James Bond-esque" investigation.Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @TheBriefingPodcastFacebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Colbert’s gone, Jimmy Kimmel is suspended - now Donald Trump’s war on late night hosts continues, with the President demanding NBC sack Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers. Plus, Brittany Higgins' husband, David Sharaz, has been ordered to pay Linda Reynolds $92,000 in damages for defamation, with Higgins also facing a substantial payment and launching an appeal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. President Donald Trump continues his historic second state visit to the UK amid unprecedented pomp, intense security and protests as King Charles and other royals welcomed him. The UK laid on what it said was the largest military ceremonial welcome for a state visit in living memory and Trump, an overt royal fan, has made little secret of his delight at being not just the first US leader but the first elected politician to be invited for two state visits. And have you heard about the Dead Internet Theory? OpenAI boss Sam Altman is starting to think it might actually be real. And in news headlines today, Despite hundreds of recorded instances, the new domestic violence offence of coercive control has only resulted in a handful of charges since it was first criminalised; According to court documents, Controversial radio host Alan Jones didn't confine his alleged sexual abuse to behind closed doors, allegedly assaulting his victims in public; Brittany Higgins is appealing elements of her costly defamation battle loss to her former boss Linda Reynolds; American pop princess Chappell Roan will headline the Laneway Festival with a six-date tour Down UnderTHE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Claire Murphy & Ilaria Brophy Guests: Amelia Lester and Mark Pesce Audio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jimmy Kimmel’s late night show axed after outrageous remarks about Charlie Kirk, Britain’s broken benefits system under fierce spotlight. Plus, Brittany Higgins files dramatic last-minute appeal in the supreme court.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liberal chaos grows as Jacinta Price’s migrant comments spark more division, Brittany Higgins hit with a big legal bill. Plus, America reels from a brutal murder now fuelling explosive debates on race and violence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Brother is returning to its original Dreamworld house and live format, but as the social experiment gears up for its latest season, we're asking whether it's possible to protect contestants while still delivering on the drama. Plus, we break down what "forever chemicals" are, where they're hiding in your home, and the new Australian breakthrough that could finally help get rid of them. And in headlines today Israel's military has launched an attack on Hamas leaders in Qatar, where the Palestinian militant group has its political base; Victoria has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to introduce treaty legislation to parliament, paving the way for a formal agreement between the state's Indigenous people and the government; Brittany Higgins has been ordered to pay the bulk of her former boss's legal costs after losing a defamation case; Prince Harry will personally donate more than a million pounds to the BBC Children in Need charity, one of the largest individual sums publicly given by a member of the royal family THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Carly Dober, Director of the Australian Association of Psychologists Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oh man the AI slop shownotes this week are awful but I have a puppy and law school to do so this is getting low effort. Enjoy!DETAILED SHOWNOTESSummary:The Two Jacks break down the week's true news rollercoaster: Victoria's police tragedy, sovereign citizen threats, major legal tussles, global politics, social developments, and the surging finals in AFL, NRL, and rugby. Distilled analysis, with signature banter.TIMESTAMPED SEGMENTS00:00:00 Introduction, Weather in Hong KongJoel welcomes listeners, heat in HK, setting the stage.00:00:34 Victoria Police Manhunt, Sovereign CitizensDramatic manhunt after two police officers are killed, suspect's ties to sovereign citizen movement, parallels to Wyambilla tragedy.00:04:11 Police Tactics & RisksComments on why police risk assessments and tactical resources are crucial.00:08:25 Outlaw Gangs, ExtremismWhy definitions are tricky, group amorphousness, risk to police and society, and danger parallels with outlaw motorcycle clubs and extremist factions.00:18:51 Linda Reynolds v Brittany Higgins: Defamation CaseReynolds wins $340k; litigation toll on both parties, settlement issues, the public interest defense, and legal costs impact.00:27:15 Essential Poll Deep DivePM Albanese's approval, data on Lay, Allen, Batten, support for the four-day week, AI copyright law, public mood on recognising Palestine.00:31:26 Australia Expels Iranian AmbassadorFirst such move since WWII, IRGC-linked arson plot at Melbourne synagogue, ASIO's case, diplomatic fallout, social media reactions.00:33:39 NDIS Reforms, Autism DebateButler targets spending cuts, idea of restricting low-level autistic support from the NDIS, personal stories, system sustainability.00:37:56 Sydney Housing Density, NIMBYism, PlanningWallara station plan, high-density in well-off suburbs, nimbys, Auckland experiment, regulatory cost pressures, building quality concerns.00:55:11 Oasis at Wembley, Beer Stats, Generational FandomConcert spectacle, 250k pints of beer, generational audience, band's new healthy habits.00:59:19 Trump's Health, Biden, and US WoesTrump's visible health issues, flag burning crusade, slump in US tourism, Vegas emptiness, security hassles, global perception trouble.01:14:29 UK Politics: Farage Rises, Labour PlummetsFarage's surge, Starmer's poor ratings, immigration fights, sovereignty of UK Parliament, political fluidity.01:18:39 AFL & NRL Finals, Wallabies RugbyAFL top four discussed, surprise departures, Swans season, NRL ladder, Wallabies revival under Joe Schmidt, broader rugby hopes.SOCIAL MEDIA POSTSTwitter:Vic police manhunt: 2 officers killed, ties to sovereign citizen movement. | Reynolds wins defamation vs. Higgins. | #auspol #twjpodEssential Poll deep dive: Albanese steady, Lay, Allen, Batten ratings. Public split on Palestine, 50% support 4-day week, strong opposition to AI copyright reform. #auspol #twjpodIranian ambassador expelled after synagogue arson plot linked to IRGC. | NDIS/Autism reforms stir debate. | Oasis packs Wembley & breaks beer records. #ausnews #music #twjpodFacebook:Episode 125 of The Two Jacks – Hosted by Jack the Insider (Joel Hill) and Hong Kong Jack.– This week: Victoria's police manhunt and the sovereign citizen threat, Linda Reynolds v Brittany Higgins, Essential Poll shakeups (Albanese, statehood for Palestine, the four-day week, copyright & AI), expulsion of Iran's ambassador over a Melbourne arson plot, NDIS reforms, Sydney housing density, Oasis at Wembley, Trump v Biden health, UK and EU politics, and the finals race in AFL & NRL plus Wallabies rugby.Listen in for analysis, banter, and more!

[Ad]  Support our show and yourself by supporting our two great sponsors! Go to https://piavpn.com/OTHERSIDE to get 83% off Private Internet Access with 4 months free!   AND D-I-Y Your Patio, Carport, Deck, Pergola and more with SmartKits at smartkits.com.auThis week on a HUUUUUGE episode of THE OTHER SIDE...   (Ep 424 w/c Fri 29 August 2025)--  TO MARCH OR NOT TO MARCH?  This is a hot debate you won't want to miss: The big national anti-mass-immigration marches are happening Sunday afternoon in every capital city.  Top conservatives are at odds on whether to support it.  JOEL JAMMAL and DAN RYAN join us to discuss. --  WATCHING MEDIA WATCH - We Give the ABC's AWFUL 'Media Watch' a big fat taste of its own medicine in a segment which clarifies the facts on the recent explosion in immigration.  --  BRITTANY's NEW COURT LOSS - Former Liberal Party Federal Minister Linda Reynolds has won her fight against a terrible accusation and  Brittany Higgins now has to pay out more than $300,000 in damages plus massive legal fees. The ruling also calls into question Labor's decision to pay her millions for workplace compensation.--  LABOR FAILS Basic Economics AGAIN - check out their new ‘solution' for the housing crisis! Help us build a whole new world of Aussie media! Support us by joining THE EXCLUSIVE SIDE at https://www.othersidetv.com.au/Follow us on X  @OtherSideAUSSubscribe NOW on YouTube @OtherSideAUSSupport us - Support our Sponsors - PIAVPN.com/OtherSide and  smartkits.com.auSupport the showJoin The EXCLUSIVE Side at www.OtherSideTV.com.au and help us revolutionise Aussie media! The Other Side is a regular news/commentary show on YouTube @OtherSideAus and available to watch FREE here: https://www.youtube.com/@OtherSideAus Follow us on X @OtherSideAUS

Former West Australian senator Linda Reynolds has won a defamation case against her former staffer Brittany Higgins; One person is dead and several injured following a bus crash earlier today; An update on the shooting in the Victorian high country; AFL player Mitch Brown is the game’s first openly bisexual man; All the easter eggs in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement post. The Quicky is the easiest and most enjoyable way to get across the news every day. And it’s delivered straight to your ears in a daily podcast so you can listen whenever you want, wherever you want...at the gym, on the train, in the playground or at night while you're making dinner. Support independent women's media CREDITS Host/Producer: Cassandra Green Audio Production: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Israeli intelligence helped ASIO uncover Iran’s role in local terror attacks, a judge rules Brittany Higgins defamed Linda Reynolds and lied to the media, putting her payout at risk. Plus, the hunt continues for Victoria’s alleged police killer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia Post has this week suspended deliveries to the United States as the fallout continues over Donald Trump’s tariffs. While it’s a temporary measure as delivery services around the world try and navigate the new fees and charges, it’s another major hit for thousands of small Australian businesses. In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by small business owner Emma Jean Jansen, who unpacks what this shock move means for Aussie retailers, already struggling with rising costs and overheads. Headlines: Linda Reynolds wins Brittany Higgins defamation case, one female student has been killed and several others injured after a school bus crash west of Geelong in Victoria, and Former West Coast defender Mitch Brown has made AFL history. Follow The Briefing: TikTok: @thebriefingpodInstagram: @thebriefingpodcast YouTube: @LiSTNRnewsroom Facebook: @LiSTNR NewsroomSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The manhunt continues for the killer of two Victorian police officers, Linda Reynolds wins her defamation case against Brittany Higgins and David Sharaz. Plus, Greg Sheridan on ASIO’s claims Iran orchestrated two attacks in Australia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A judge found Brittany Higgins defamed former Liberal minister Linda Reynolds and ordered $341,000 in damages. The judge found Higgins was affected by physical and psychological trauma and was dishonest in some of her claims - but he rejected Reynolds’ conspiracy claim. Today - exactly what Justice Paul Tottle found. Find out more about The Front podcast here. You can read about this story and more on The Australian's website or on The Australian’s app. This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Lia Tsamoglou. Our team includes Kristen Amiet, Tiffany Dimmack, Joshua Burton, Stephanie Coombes and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brittany Higgins has lost a defamation action brought by her former boss, ex-Liberal cabinet minister Linda Reynolds, who says her reputation was destroyed by Higgins’ allegations. For all the latest in news, sport, politics, and business, visit theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A man killed in a boat capsizing off the Queensland coast; Brittany Higgins loses her defamation battle against ex boss and former senator Linda Reynolds; Retired West Coast player Mitch Brown comes out as bisexual.

Australia Post is the latest courier to suddenly halt shipments to the US due to new Trump administration customs rules, throwing Aussie small businesses into chaos. Plus, it's the 70th anniversary of the Guinness World Records, so we're diving into the epic origins. Like all good stories, this one started at the pub. And in headlines today, In a beautiful garden surrounded by greenery and flowers, Taylor Swift had her own love story where she got to say yes, as she announced overnight that Travis Kelce had got down on one knee and proposed to the singer; A heavily armed man remains on the run in dense Victorian bushland after killing two police officers in a shooting ambush; Tehran has denied any involvement in anti-semitic attacks on Australian soil, linking the attacks to Australia’s support for a Palestinian state; Brittany Higgins will find out today whether she will be found to have defamed her former boss Linda ReynoldsTHE END BITSSupport independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump has been busy dealing in diplomacy, meeting with both the Russian and Ukrainian leaders separately this week as he positions himself as the peacemaker who can end the war in Ukraine... but why won't he just get them in the same room? Plus, want to survive your next team meeting? There are only three types of people at work and knowing who you are will go a long way in getting stuff done. And in headlines today, Bruce Lehrmann will have three days to convince a judge to throw out the finding that he likely raped his colleague Brittany Higgins in parliament house as he takes his appeal to court today; Tasmania's returned minority Liberal premier has declared he wants to get on with the job after a snap election and weeks of political uncertainty finally came to an end this week; Israel is studying Hamas' response to a Gaza Strip ceasefire proposal for a 60-day truce and the release of half the hostages still held in the enclave; The tenth Women's Rugby World Cup, which opens in England this weekend, looks set to smash attendance records and set a very high bar for Australia when we host the event in 2029; Kristin Davis has revealed that she was once set up on a date with Friends star Matthew Perry THE END BITS Click here to get 20% off your Mamamia subscription and we'll match it with a 20% donation to RizeUp, our charity partner supporting women and families affected by domestic violence. Offer ends August 24. Check out The Quicky Instagram here Listen to Morning Tea celebrity headlines here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Amelia Lester, US Correspondant Audio Producer: Lu Hill Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.