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Sydney's newest performing arts venue had only been open for about a week when it was forced to close after a storm of controversy.
The Divine Playhouse was set up in a deconsecrated church and has been the focus of intense debate after some Christians accused the events company of "mocking their faith".
This week on hack, you'll hear both sides of the debate — from the queer community say they have a right to artistic expression, and religious protesters who say symbols of faith should not be mocked.
Guests:
Etcetera Etcetera, Artist and performer
Antonia Marie, Catholic creator
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The Prime Minister won't be attending the NT's Garma Festival because he hasn't "had a day off all year".
Meanwhile, One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has been spotted with mining magnate Gina Rinehart holidaying in Sicily at the resort where The White Lotus was filmed. So, what do you think about pollies taking time off?
Also, the government this week announced so-called "Australian standards for AI" and vowed to protect the country's books, music, arts and news when it comes to training AI models.
Plus, a Perth plumber has gone viral for carrying out a citizen's arrest of someone stealing a car, but not without whipping out his phone to film it first.
Host Dave Marchese is joined by wealth and culture reporter Mary Madigan and the National Account reporter Archie Milligan.
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A new inclusive arts venue in a deconsecrated church was ordered to cease operation by the landlord under "offensive trade", following protests from religious groups. So, is it a celebration of inclusivity or has it crossed the line? We speak to a performer impacted by the closures, and a protester.
Plus, sober advocate Clay Scott sits down with Dave to talk about how his drug use led to a full-blown addiction, prison and multiple suicide attempts, before he found sobriety. 
If you or anyone you know needs support help is available, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Listen now:
00:48 - The Divine Playhouse debate
15:13 - Surviving addiction
Guests:
Etcetera Etcetera, Artist and performer
Antonia Marie, Catholic creator
Clay Scott
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The first time Clay Scott tried drugs he was just 12 years old, getting high during his lunch break at school. Within a few years, he had spiralled into a devastating addiction. 
Clay ended up being arrested, going to jail and destroying relationships with his friends and family. In his darkest moments, he says he even attempted to take his own life. 
Now, he's almost 500 days sober and has completely transformed his life. 
In this week's long listen, Clay tells Dave about his journey overcoming addiction, and how he hopes to help others embrace sobriety. 
If you or anyone you know needs support help is available, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Guests:
Clay Scott
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The PM wants to manage AI "the Australian way" and has established an Office of AI that will cover everything from music to data centres. 
Today, we hear from musicians who discovered their music was skimmed to help train AI models, and Dave asks Minister of Industry and Innovation Tim Ayres whether the government's protections ago far enough.
Listen now:
01:17 - The Aussie artists who's music is being used to train AI 
07:07 - Copyright law vs AI law
14:17 - The government's new Office of AI 
Guests:
Dr Andrew Cullen, AI lecturer at the University of Melbourne
Tim Ayers, Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science.
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