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From crystal healing to tarot card readings, how witchcraft became a viral sensation on social media. Every year, fewer Aussies identify as being religious, but some young people are going the opposite way and becoming Catholic priests. Plus, a former Facebook data scientist has blown the whistle on how Facebook knows that it’s app, Instagram, contributes to eating disorders and suicidal thoughts in teen girls. Live guests: David Swan, Technology Editor at The Australian Dr Natasha Moore, Centre for Public Christianity

While we’ve seen plenty of political stanning throughout the pandemic, until now, no one was really fawning over a leader being investigated by the corruption watchdog. So what’s going on? Tasmanian advocates say a lack of appropriate housing and support for teens leaving youth detention is increasing their risk of reoffending. Plus, swapping everything in your home that runs on gas to electricity could save Aussie households $5,000 a year, while significantly reducing our emissions. Live guests: Professor Nick Biddle, Deputy Director of the ANU Centre for Social Research and Methods Dr Saul Griffith, American-Australia inventor and advisor to US President Joe Biden

Dominic Perrottet, a conservative father-of-six with links to a strict and controversial part of the Catholic Church, is set to become the next NSW Premier. It follows the dramatic resignation of Gladys Berijiklian, who is being investigated for corruption. A new plan to protect vulnerable ecosystems will see the culling of 11,000 brumbies in the Kosciuszko National Park. Plus, fully vaccinated Aussies can go into a lottery to win $1 million, as a group of philanthropists hope to drive up vaccination rates. Live guests: Richard Vella, Opus Dei in Australia and member of the Labor Party Anthony Sharwood, author of 'The Brumby Wars: The battle for the soul of Australia' Craig Winkler, chair at Million Dollar Vax Alliance

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian resigning after ICAC announced it's investigating her, and international travel resuming next month. Join Hack's Avani Dias with former Liberal politician, lawyer and Kamillaroi man Geoffry Winters and podcast host Rahel Davies

Sydneysider Ben Newmarch struggled with loneliness through lockdown, but his whole life changed after a chance encounter with a couple of lorikeets. A review by an independent expert panel has found MDMA and magic mushrooms could be used to treat mental illnesses. Plus, YouTube has announced it'll ban some big channels promoting dodgy information, and delete all anti-vax content. Live guests: Professor Colleen Loo, Black Dog Institute Elise Thomas, researcher at the Institute for Strategic Dialogue

Nicotine vapes will be illegal without a prescription from October 1, but young vapers and sellers tell Hack they aren’t fazed. And experts reckon the laws will backfire and create a bigger black market. While the Federal Government is still lagging behind on a concrete climate commitment, their NSW counterparts have promised to cut emissions by half over the next decade. Plus, pandemic disaster payments will stop once states and territories hit the 80 per cent vaccination mark. And there are fears young people will be left struggling. Live guests: Dr Michelle Jongenelis, e-cigarette researcher at the University of Melbourne Matt Kean, NSW Environment Minister Mairead Lesman, Young Workers Centre

The Federal Government has greenlit COVID-19 rapid antigen tests for at-home use, which return results in less than 30 minutes. And musicians say it could help their industry get back on track. Young Aussies are spending huge amounts of money on sports betting during the pandemic - but is boredom to blame? Plus, two out of five of us are working from home right now. It can be a pain, but Hack listeners tell us there are a few silver linings. Live guests: Professor Nigel McMillan, Menzies Health Institute Elizabeth Shaw, psychologist from Relationships Australia

National Party MPs are having a public spat over whether Australia should adopt a net zero climate target for 2050. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister is yet to decide if he’ll fly to Glasgow later this year to attend major climate change talks. Four Corners has uncovered human rights concerns with some of the people and organisations that own Australia’s premier soccer clubs. Plus, meet the young Aussies who were saved in the pandemic by bird watching. Live guests: David Littleproud, Nationals deputy leader and the Federal Agriculture Minister Dominic Bossi, football reporter at the Sydney Morning Herald

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… How mandating vaccines in construction led to protests on Melbourne's streets, feeling excluded from your friendship group and dealing with hair loss. Join Hack's Avani Dias with writer and anti DV campaigner Tarang Chawla, and Today Show reporter Iza Staskowski.

We know Osher Gunsberg as the host of The Bachelor franchise, but as he was handing out roses on the show, he was also battling mental illnesses like anxiety, depression, OCD and suicidal ideation. Now he’s looked into what’s wrong with mental health in Australia, in a documentary called A Matter of Life and Death on SBS. China’s LGBTQI youth are fighting the government’s conservative stance on their identity through a dance movement called voguing. Plus, some young Aussies have created a squad of robots which will compete in the robot olympics in the US. Live guests: Osher Gunsberg, TV presenter Mark Pesce, American-Australian author and futurist If you or anyone you know needs help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. If someone is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).

Hundreds of people have gathered at Melbourne’s Shrine of Remembrance in a third day of protests against mandatory vaccines and a two week snap shutdown of construction. Health authorities say getting vaccinated is our path out of the pandemic, but is forcing people the best way to do it? Plus, Victorian authorities say there could be “significant aftershocks” in the next few weeks and months, after the state was struck by an earthquake that was felt all the way from Tasmania to New South Wales. So what caused it? Live guests: Katie Attwell, vaccine policy expert from the University of WA Brett Mitchell, Intrepid Travel Adam Pascale, chief scientist at the Seismology Research Centre

Despite the pollies telling us “we’re all in this together”, it’s been pretty clear from the start of the pandemic that it wasn’t gonna affect us all in the same way. Sydney’s seen some people from the west suffer more than wealthier residents in the eastern suburbs and beaches, while Melbourne is divided over vaccines. The riot police have been deployed to Melbourne’s CBD as thousands marched to protest against mandatory vaccinations and a two week shutdown of the construction industry. Plus, there’s a big stigma amongst young guys about going bald. There’s a few things you can do about it. Live guests: Kristian Silva, ABC Melbourne reporter Ben Harris-Roxas, Associate Professor at UNSW’s School of Population Health Dr Zac Turner, Biomedical scientist and doctor

An anti-vaccination protest turned violent as more than 500 construction workers stormed a union office in Melbourne’s CBD. The resignation of Federal pollie Christian Porter from the frontbench has raised questions around whether we do enough to hold our leaders to account. Plus, it's technically a crime in Australia to give medical or financial advice without a licence. So why do influencers with huge followings get away with it? Live guests: John Setka, leader of CFMEU Victoria Dr Joshua Roose, extremism researcher at Deakin Uni Zak Kirkup, former leader of the WA Liberals Jordan Guiao, Australia Institute

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Why Australia’s getting a fleet of nuclear submarines, the lack of diversity in politics and ethical issues around using DNA to bring extinct animals back to life. Join Hack's Avani Dias with racial justice advocate Neha Madhok and founder of ‘The Meeting Tree’ Raph Dixon.

Australia has announced the most significant change in its defence and strategic direction in decades - a plan to team up with the US and UK to build nuclear-powered submarines. It’s all in a bid to protect us from threats in the Indo-Pacific, but we may have pissed off France in the process. Plus, if you’re feeling a bit frustrated by a vaccine hesitant friend or family member, don’t fret. Armed with the right information and tone, you can actually have really productive conversations around getting vaxxed. Live guests: Sam Roggeveen, Director of the Lowy Institute’s International Security Program Margie Danchin, Associate Professor from the University of Melbourne

Australian health authorities have called out rapper Nicki’s Minaj’s inaccurate tweet about the COVID jab causing big ol’ balls. Plus, why young men are still lagging behind in the vaccine race. A US company wants to bring back the extinct woolly mammoth using DNA samples, but there are ethical concerns about how they’ll do it. And, residents of a WA town built on the timber industry are protesting after a government decision to ban logging of native forests. Live guests: Dr Zac Seidler, men's health advocate Piers Verstegen, Conservation Council WA

Australian members describe the world of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and the consequences of leaving the congregation. Australian-Vietnamese lawyer Tu Le speaks out about her disappointment in not being able to represent Western Sydney at the next federal election and the need for greater diversity in politics. Facebook has teamed up with Ray-Ban to create sunglasses that can take photos, record video, answer phone calls and play podcasts. What do they mean for privacy? Live guests: Tu Le, Australian-Vietnamese lawyer and former candidate for Fowler Paul Grundy, former member of Jehovah's Witness

On September 11, 2001 planes hijacked by terrorists crashed into New York’s World Trade Centre, starting a day of horrifying attacks that would kill 2,700 people. Almost immediately, the Australian Government committed to sending troops to Afghanistan with the US, effectively to get revenge. Two decades on, Hack asks leaders of the day if it was worth it. And, we hear from family members of those who died in the attacks Plus, young Muslims talk about living in an inflamed era of Islamophobia. Live guests: John Howard, former Prime Minister Sanam Wahidi, a young Afghan Australian from Afghan Women's Organisation

It's the Shake Up and we're talking… Politicians wanting us to learn a more patriotic view of Australian history, the music industry encouraging eligible fans to get vaccinated and Federal MP Craig Kelly spamming us with misinformation. Join Hack's Avani Dias with musician and doctor, Gordi and Kamilaroi man and lawyer, Geoffrey Winters.

This R U OK? Day Australia’s only federally funded, free mental health service for under 25s, headspace, is turning distressed young people away with waiting lists as long as six months. Men in the construction industry are more likely to die by suicide than other employed men in this country. Young tradies are fighting to change that. Plus, there’s no big strategy or silver bullet that’s going to make us feel better during the pandemic, but there is a trait experts say can help us cope when there’s no end in sight - resilience. Live guests: Christine Morgan, National Mental Health Commissioner Shae Graham, international wheelchair rugby champion and paralympian If you or anyone you know needs help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. If someone is in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).