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For the fifth time this year the Reserve Bank has raised interest rates in a bid to combat persistently high inflation. The move has resulted in a political blame game with the opposition calling for the government to reign in its spending, while the government says international factors are at play. So what's really going on? And how are you feeling about it? In this week's deep dive we unpack the reasons for the latest rate rise and hear from young people right across Australia about how inflation is impacting them. Guests: Tim Wilson, Liberal MP, Shadow TreasurerGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

A British man finished walking around the world this week. The feat took him 28-years and he had hundreds of supporters cheering him to the finish line but not everyone was impressed. And, the Democrats have won control of both houses of the US congress after what's been dubbed a "blue wave" in the midterm elections. Does that mean woke is back?  Plus, does pineapple belong on pizza? A court case in Queensland has brought the age old debate back into the headlines this week. Host Dave Marchese is joined by Daily Telegraph reporter Jessica Wang and performer Etcetera Etcetera. Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

The jury for the rape and sexual assault trial of Russell Brand has heard more than three weeks of evidence. Now, they’ve retired to consider their verdict. We get you across everything that’s happened during the case.  And, we bring you the latest update on the David Jones collapse. There might still be a pulse for the retail giant that entered receivership. Will Christmas be saved for the store? Plus, in this week's long listen, Dave sits down with Cheek Media founder, and hopeful political candidate, Hannah Ferguson.  Listen now: 01:00 – Russell Brand trial 06:20 – David Jones collapse 10:12 – Hannah Ferguson Guests: Anoushka Mutanda Dougherty, BBC journalist and presenterHannah Ferguson, Cheek Media founderGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

She's one of the most influential young political commentators in the country, leading a media company and hoping to unseat the Prime Minister. Some hold her up as a role model, others have accused her of hypocrisy. So what drives Hannah Ferguson? In this chat, Hannah answers her critics, details the threats she's faced in recent months and unpacks her dream of a more inclusive political discourse in Australia. Guests: Hannah Ferguson, political candidate and media founderGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

Often seen as a report card for the president, the midterm elections give American voters the chance to decide which party will control Congress for the second half of the presidential term. The results are in, and the Democrats have secured a majority in both chambers. In this special edition of hack, we dig into the significance of the 'blue wave'.

There’s a big blame game going on in politics right now because the Reserve Bank has increased the cash rate again, in an attempt to reduce inflation. It's now at 4.85 per cent, making it the highest since 2008. The government is pointing to outside influences, while the opposition says the problems are coming from inside the house. And, is the Melbourne Cup still the race that stops the nation? Crowds have been dipping since the 2010s but started to bump up again recently, with 90,000 expected to attend this year. Also in attendance were protesters who say the race is run on animal cruelty.  Listen now:  01:30 – Interest rate hike 18:55 – Melbourne Cup Guests: Tim Wilson, Liberal MP, Shadow TreasurerHunter Fujak, Senior Lecturer in Sports Management, Deakin University Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

The first phase of a new national gun buyback scheme has begun in New South Wales. The scheme was introduced after the Bondi Beach terror attack last year, with PM Anthony Albanese saying it was needed to keep the community safe. But hunters and recreational shooters say they're being unfairly targeted. And, the housing market is facing its biggest downturn in 40 years. So how does this impact young people hoping to buy their own place?Plus, a leaked letter by the WA environmental watchdog says a plan by energy giant Woodside to drill for gas in a remote reef could put endangered turtles at risk. Environmental groups want the Browse gasfield development to be scrapped. And, Kimi Antonelli has become the F1's youngest ever champion at the age of 20 after winning the Mexico City Grand Prix. Listen now:  01:50 – Gun buyback scheme 11:15 – House prices drop 19:33 – Scott Reef 24:12– Youngest F1 champion Guests: Piers Grove, Gun Control Australia spokespersonTim Lawless, Research Director at CotalityElle Ballieu, host of the Paddock 43 podcastGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

Right now a federal parliamentary inquiry is looking into national employment standards across Australia. One of the key issues being considered is whether or not Australian workers should be entitled to paid reproductive leave, on top of existing sick leave entitlements. Unions want workers to have access to at least 10 days of leave, which could be used for things like IVF, menstrual pain, vasectomies, endometriosis and other chronic conditions. So how would that work? What impact would it have? And can businesses afford it?In this week's deep dive we break down how reproductive leave could work in Australia and the latest push to have it legislated. Guests: Michelle O'Shea, Senior lecturer, School of Business at Western Sydney UniversityGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

Huge news for airports and viral internet memes this week as the two combined for a memorable opening of Western Sydney International Airport. A Kiwi bloke was planning for a trip away to Western Australia only to step onto the tarmac in Western Sydney. Whether it's Paris, Texas or Paris, France, where have you ended up by accident? Also, a convicted killer in Victoria's Barwon Prison went to the Supreme Court to overturn the prison's ban on Vegemite. He was unsuccessful but it got us wondering, what can't you live without? Plus, art and AI don't seem to go hand-in-hand but they keep finding themselves in the same room... this time we're talking about the idea of using AI to make mini episodes of old TV shows.  Host Dave Marchese is joined by Emma Gillespie, from The Daily Aus and executive producer at The Guardian, Stephen Byrne.  Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

With about 90 per cent of the vote counted in the Israel elections, there's still no clear winner.  Israeli's went to the polls on Tuesday for the first time since the October 7 attacks, but it could be weeks before they know who will lead the country. Plus, in this week's long listen Dave sits down with model, advocate and Epstein survivor Lisa Phillips. Listen now: 01:03 – Israel election 06:12 – Life as an Epstein survivor Guests: Lisa Phillips, advocate, survivor and host of the From Now On podcast.Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

The Jeffrey Epstein abuse scandal has been one of the biggest stories in the world for years. The revelations have horrified people, ended political careers, and forced responses from presidents, royalty and the richest people on Earth. But what does it feel like to be at the centre of the story? Lisa Phillips is one of hundreds of Epstein survivors. She's been sharing her experience and speaking to other abuse survivors on her podcast From Now On. In this week's long listen Lisa explains how she met Epstein, what happened to her and how she believes the abuser would react to so many women coming forward. If this story raises any issues for you or anyone you know help is available. You can call the national domestic family and sexual violence counselling service on 1800 737 732 or Lifeline on 13 11 14. Guests: Lisa Phillips, advocate, survivor and host of the From Now On podcast.Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

Should Australian workers get ten days off a year for menstruation, PMDD, endometriosis, IVF, miscarriage, menopause, prostate checks and more? We get you across the latest push for reproductive leave entitlements.  Plus, the latest in the trial of former police offer Beau Lamarre-Condon.  Also, what’s the line between preserving history, and grave robbing? For decades artefacts from the Titanic have been brought to the surface and displayed around the world... but should they be? Listen now: 01:22 – Double murder trial update 05:38 – Reproductive leave 19:50 – Robbing the Titanic? Guests: Tony Ibrahim, ABC reporterMichelle O'Shea, Senior lecturer, School of Business at Western Sydney UniversityMike Brady, Oceanliner DesignsGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

New regulations are being floated to ensure sunscreen does what is says on the label. It follows an explosive report from last year that showed a bunch of brands failed to meet their SPF claims. We hear about the proposed changes and whether they go far enough. And, is Senator Jacqui Lambie owed an apology? She's called One Nation's online political content that mocked her prolapse as "divisive" and "awful", but the creator says he's just trying to "do the best thing for the country and for satire". Plus, hey Claude please explain this Anthropic IPO stuff to me... oh wait never mind there's a human expert on hack.  Listen now: 01:02 - One Nation cartoon 07:55 -  Sunscreen SPF scandal 21:43 - Anthropic IPO Guests: Alysia Thomas Sam, 7.30 reporterDr Laura Dawes, expert in medicine and law at Australian National UniversityDavid Taylor, ABC business correspondentGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

Four elections around the world could be about to shift international politics. Voters have been gathering in the streets in celebration and protest of what is yet to come. We get you across the developments for Brazil, Serbia, the US and IsraelAnd, federal politicians returned to parliament today for the first time since the attack on Helen Haines. Parliamentary business was suspended to allow MPs to share messages of support.Plus, a US start-up is planning on selling ‘sunlight on demand’ via giant mirrors in space. Sorry, what? Finally, we hear about mutton birding – an Indigenous tradition that's been happening in Tasmania for thousands of years.Listen now:  01:09 – Global elections 12:44 – Helen Haines tributes 17:25 – Selling sunlight 25:00 – Mutton birding Guests: Matt Doran, ABC Middle East CorrespondentSara Webb, Astrophysicist, Swinburne UniversityGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

For years we’ve been hearing about how entertainment venues have struggled to stay afloat because of rising costs and shifting drinking habits.  Gen Z drinking is drinking less than other generations, and it’s changed how they go out.  But some pubs and venues are finding creative ways to attract a new generation.  On this week's deep dive you'll hear about what young people are looking for in a night out, and how businesses are adapting. Guests: Mowgli May, Sydney Based DJGet the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm