Hack

World famous whistleblower Frances Haugen has told an Australian parliamentary inquiry that Facebook continues to amplify “the most extreme content” across its platforms and does the “bare minimum” to take down harmful content. It’s well known that the fashion business has a lot of problems, like how much workers are getting paid and all the environmental impacts. Despite being a massive global industry, there aren’t a lot of laws and regulations to reign it in. But that’s changing. After a catastrophic volcanic eruption, Tonga’s now gone into lockdown after a handful of COVID-19 cases threaten to overwhelm the country’s struggling healthcare system. Plus, why Beijing’s Winter Olympics are attracting controversy before they’ve even started. Live guests: Ed Coper, disinformation expert Drew Havea, vice president of the Tonga Red Cross Tracey Holmes, ABC sports reporter

Imagine smelling your dog’s barks or seeing music as colours. It sounds kinda strange, but people who have synaesthesia live with this sensory cross-wiring. And while some love it, others find it overwhelming. It’s been a tough few days for Prime Minister Scott Morrison, who’s fighting to defend his character after a spicy leaked text. A report released this week has exposed a rampant culture of sexual harassment, racism and bullying at one of the country’s biggest mining companies - Rio Tinto. Plus, why Afghan women are accusing the Taliban of using a pregnant journalist as a publicity stunt to get international support. Live guests: James Elton, ABC political journalist Rebecca Trigger, ABC reporter Muzhgan Samarqandi, Afghan journalist from New Zealand

A Brisbane school has been slammed for asking parents to sign a contract condemning homosexuality, and saying students who don’t adhere to the gender they were assigned at birth risk being expelled. But current and former students are fighting back. Plus, Joe Rogan’s been criticised again for spreading misinformation about COVID on his hugely popular podcast. Now Spotify, which owns his show, is facing a boycott from subscribers, musicians and other podcasters. Live guests: Anna Brown OAM, lawyer and CEO of Equality Australia Dom Alessio, Sounds Australia Dr Darren Saunders, science communicator from UNSW

Despite a ban on buying and carrying nicotine vapes without a medical prescription, stats show that young Aussies are using them in record numbers. There’s also an increased interest in people trying to kick the habit, but it’s more complicated than you’d think. The Federal Government has committed another $1 billion in funding for the Great Barrier Reef, but scientists say it's not going to help address the greatest threat to its existence - climate change. Plus, what Ash Barty’s historic win at the Australian Open means for First Nations women. Live guests: Sussan Ley, federal Environment Minister John Safran, author of ‘Puff Piece’ Teela Reid, lawyer and Wiradjuri/Wailwan woman

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Outgoing Australian of the Year Grace Tame refusing to put on a fake smile for the cameras, whether rowdy crowds and players like Nick Kyrgios are breathing new life into tennis, and the unwritten rules of life we should all follow. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with gender equality and youth advocate Yasmin Poole, and musician Joyride.

Russia’s stationed around 100,000 troops on Ukraine's border, leading to fears that Europe is at its greatest risk of war in decades. How did we get here? Changing rules and complicated applications might have you confused about what your rights at work are during the pandemic. Hack breaks down what you could be entitled to. And, meet 26-year-old Dr Daniel Nour who’s been named Young Australian of the Year for his work helping vulnerable people and those experiencing homelessness. Live guests: Dr Alexey Muraviev, national security expert from Curtin University Thomas Costa, assistant secretary Unions NSW Dr Daniel Nour, founder of Street Side Medics and Young Australian of the Year 2022

For many First Nations people, tomorrow is a day of mourning. It's not the Australia Day holiday. It's Survival Day, or Invasion Day. Across Australia, young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders will be forced to deal with the differences in how they feel about the day, and how others, including their mates might. The Aboriginal flag is now free for everyone to use, after the Federal Government reached a $20 million deal to secure its copyright. The Tongan diaspora in Australia fear for their loved ones after a volcanic eruption rivalling an atomic bomb caused a communication blackout. Plus, if you've been affected by COVID, chances are you've had to rely on some kind of government support during the pandemic. But applying for that kind of help is anything but easy. Live guests: Laura Thompson, Gunditjmara woman and co-founder of Clothing the Gap Aidan McCarthy, community lawyer from Melbourne

Hack's back for 2022, after a summer that didn't turn out quite like anyone planned. Hundreds of thousands of COVID cases have swept the nation, supply chains have been thrown into disarray, and hospitals are struggling with demand. It's meant that lots of young, already-exhausted healthcare workers are now at breaking point. Plus, Western Australia braces for a COVID wave, while indefinitely delaying its state border re-opening. Live guests: Dr Erin Smith, World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine Patrick, Sydney paramedic Jenna Clarke, journalist, The Australian

It's that time of year when we look back at the major events of the past 12 months. Tonight on Hack’s last show of the year, we skip the COVID-19 chat and highlight some incredible moments from 2021 you might’ve missed. Plus, we bid farewell to our host Avani Dias. Join Avani Dias on her last Hack show with new host Dave Marchese and The Feed’s Alice Matthews.

It's that time of year when we look back at the major events of the past 12 months. No matter what your relationship status was this year, things have been weird. Tonight, we reflect on lockdown hookups and breakups, and how our social circles have changed. Join Hack's Avani Dias with Karajarri woman Lauren French and actor Remy Hii.

It's that time of year when we look back at the major events of the past 12 months. Tonight we’re discussing some of the biggest political issues of the year including our vaccine rollout, the “women’s problem”, climate change and a mass exodus from parliament - and how it’ll impact next year’s federal election. Join Hack's Avani Dias with musician Joyride, and Eliza Barr from the Daily Telegraph.

It's that time of year when we look back at the major events of the past 12 months. This year, we saw huge momentum on the movement against sexual assault and harassment in our communities, from Parliament House to inside our high schools. We also questioned what our country’s leaders are doing about it. Join Hack's Avani Dias with the Herald Sun’s political reporter Jade Gailberger, and influencer Christian Wilkins.

It's that time of year when we look back at the major events of the past 12 months. Tonight, we’re reflecting on our second year in the pandemic, going through one of the world’s longest lockdowns, and the race to get vaccinated. Join Hack's Avani Dias with triple j Breakfast’s Bryce Mills and Ebony Boadu.

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Australia’s boycott of China’s Winter Olympics, moving to the regions to wipe your HECS-HELP debt and Finland’s Prime Minister apologising for clubbing till 4am. Join Hack's Avani Dias with podcaster Marty Smiley and The Feed’s Vic Zerbst.

At least 500 Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples have died in custody since a royal commission into the issue 30 years ago. Ten days ago another young person died at a prison in NSW. Hack speaks exclusively to his family and looks into why First Nations people continue to die in our justice system. It's been a few weeks since we first heard about the new COVID-19 variant and scientists still don’t know much about it. So will Omicron ruin our hot vax summer? Plus, Australian farmers are going viral on TikTok for their dangerous antics. Live guests: Eddie Cubillo, Larrakia, Wadjigan and Central Arrente man, and criminal justice system researcher Dr Steph Davis, Deputy Chief Medical Officer

As the federal election looms next year, a new cohort of politically-engaged young people are turning Tiktok’s signature trends into some serious (and not so serious) Auspol content. But what if the posts you’ve been seeing were paid for by the political parties themselves? Australia has joined the US in staging a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics in Beijing next year because of human rights abuses in China. Plus, would you move to the bush to work, if it meant all of your uni debt was wiped? Live guests: Andrew Hughes, political advertising researcher at Australian National University Zali Steggall, Independent Federal MP, and former Olympian Kate, junior doctor from Albury Dr Dan Wilson, Rural Doctors Association

At the beginning of the pandemic, fuel was the cheapest it’s been in 20 years. Now it’s close to $2 a litre. And it's got to do with the world coming out of lockdown. A new report has found Australia’s rising value of inheritances and gifts is reinforcing the wealth gap. Plus, the National Disability Insurance Scheme is meant to give Australians living with disability money, care and support, but there's been a 20 per cent increase in people making complaints because their individual funding plans have been cut back. Live guests: David Byrne, associate professor of economics at The University of Melbourne Lisa Gropp, Productivity Commissioner Julie Charlton, Children and Young People with Disability Australia Youth Council

Senior members of the Liberal Party are backing Gladys Berejiklian to run as a federal candidate in the seat of Warringah, despite the former premier being investigated in a corruption inquiry. So are there any legal or constitutional roadblocks to stop that from happening? Thousands of NSW teachers are striking for the first time in a decade over low salaries and staff shortages. Plus, an indestructible "black box” will be built in Tasmania to document every step taken on climate change, so future generations can track what led to our demise. Live guests: Dr Andy Marks, political scientist and assistant vice-chancellor (strategy and policy), Western Sydney University Anna Sullivan, associate professor of education at the University of South Australia Jonathan Kneebone, co-founder of the Glue Society

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… The landmark review into workplace culture at Parliament House, celebrating Australians with disabilities, and whether it’s ever okay to steal someone’s spotlight. Join Hack's Dave Marchese with Australian actor Bridie McKim and Greens Senator Jordon Steele-John.

Ahead of International Day of People with a Disability, former triple j newsreader Nas Campanella joins Dave Marchese in a special show raising awareness, understanding and acceptance of the four million Aussies who live with a disability. We hear from people with disabilities about the challenges they've faced and how to approach important life decisions. Plus, we break down all the drama that unfolded in Parliament over the last fortnight - including saying goodbye to some big names, and the struggles to get policies passed. Live guests: Shalailah Medhora, Hack's Political Reporter