News Weakly

NEWS WEAKLY – 14th December, 2024This week, Sami Shah dives into Melbourne’s synagogue attack, Australia’s tech tax aimed at social media giants, and the seismic shifts in Syria following the Assad regime’s collapse. With sharp wit and in-depth analysis, Sami breaks down the news, punches up the headlines, and brings a satirical lens to another chaotic week.Top Stories of the Week:1. Synagogue FirestormWas it arson, terrorism, or just a chance for politicians to grandstand? Melbourne’s Adass Israel Synagogue attack sparks controversy, confusion, and questionable calls for protest bans.2. Taxing the Tech TitansThe government proposes a “pay or play” tax for social media companies to fund journalism. But is it really about saving small-town newspapers or propping up big media monopolies?3. Syria LaterAs the Assad regime collapses, celebrations turn to chaos. HTS steps in with promises of mercy and diversity, while regional powers move in for their slice of the pie.Quote of the Week:“Albanese’s gotta have a better response to problems than just banning things. He’s really putting the ‘ban’ in ‘Al-ban-ese.’”Enjoying News Weakly?Keep the podcast ad-free and independent by supporting Sami on Patreon at patreon.com/samishah. Your contributions ensure we can keep punching the news in the headlines, weakly.Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, journalist, and broadcaster.For more: http://thesamishah.comTheme music: "Historic Anticipation" by Paul MottramWritten, hosted, and produced by Sami Shah. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NEWS WEAKLY – 07th Dec, 2024News Weakly, hosted by multi-award-winning comedian, writer, and broadcaster Sami Shah, is Australia’s sharpest news satire podcast. This week, Sami unpacks corporate greed, political chaos, and Middle Eastern conflicts with his signature wit and insight.Top Stories of the Week:1. Woolies Workers Strike BackSami takes on Woolworths’ union clashes, CEO salaries, and the Fair Work Commission’s controversial decisions. Is this a win for corporate greed or a wake-up call for worker rights?2. When a Coup Isn’t a CoupSouth Korea’s martial law fiasco and France’s government collapse reveal the political chaos gripping global powers.3. Things Get Scary in SyriaThe Syrian civil war reignites with new twists, leaving us all wondering: does anyone care about the Kurds?Quote of the Week:"It’s sweet how worried Woolworths’ CEO is about customers not being able to overpay for basic essentials."Enjoying News Weakly? Keep the podcast ad-free and independent by supporting Sami Shah on Patreon at patreon.com/samishah.About News Weakly and Sami Shah:News Weakly is Australia’s leading news satire podcast, delivering biting commentary on politics, culture, and global affairs. Hosted by Sami Shah, the show combines comedy, fact-checked journalism, and sharp social insight, making it the go-to podcast for fans of news satire and comedy.Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, journalist, and broadcaster.For more: http://thesamishah.comTheme music "Historic Anticipation" by Paul Mottram.This podcast is written, hosted, and produced by Sami Shah.Why Listen to News Weakly?Australia’s funniest news satire podcast.Fact-checked commentary on the week's top stories.A fresh, comedic take on politics and current affairs.Listen, laugh, and stay informed with News Weakly! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TNEWS WEAKLY – 30th November, 2024This week, Sami Shah dives into Labor’s last-minute legislative frenzy, controversial social media bans for kids, and the latest parliamentary antics courtesy of Lidia Thorpe and Pauline Hanson. Get ready for sharp satire and biting analysis on the stories that matter most.Top Stories of the Week:1. A Frenzied Final SittingLabor pushes through 32 bills in 24 hours, proving they’re as adept at procrastination as they are at lawmaking. From social media restrictions to multinational tax reforms, Sami breaks down the highlights—and lowlights—of this legislative marathon.2. Parliament Gets Thorped (Again)Lidia Thorpe steals the spotlight with her latest parliamentary outburst, while Pauline Hanson does her usual racism routine. Sami dissects the mess and wonders if anyone involved remembers why they’re there in the first place.Quote of the Week:"Labor just pushed 32 bills through in 24 hours, with all the energy of a Masters-level university student who spent the entire term skipping class and smoking weed."Support the ShowEnjoy News Weakly? Keep us ad-free and independent by supporting Sami on Patreon at patreon.com/samishah. Every contribution helps!Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, journalist, and broadcaster.For more: thesamishah.comTheme music "Historic Anticipation" by Paul MottramThis podcast is written, hosted, and produced by Sami Shah. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

News Weakly - 16 Nov 2024Sami Shah records a special editorial edition from the iconic Raffles Bar in Singapore, weaving tales of overpriced cocktails, relentless humidity, and the Singapore Writers Festival. Between peanuts and jazz setups, Sami reflects on media, bias, and the complexity of modern news consumption.Highlights:The Singapore Sling Debacle: Why some overpriced cocktails are worth it, if only for the experience (but not this one).Architecture of the Future: Singapore’s vision of a retro-future versus the LED-filled dystopias of China, the UAE, and the West.News Narratives Gone Awry: A deep dive into the Amsterdam riot story, examining media bias, misinformation, and how the rush to break news is breaking journalism.Lessons from Pakistan’s Media Evolution: How 24-hour news, sensationalism, and competing realities transformed the news landscape in the Global South—and what it tells us about the West.Sami also takes a reflective turn, advocating for slow journalism, the virtues of newspapers, and a life less cluttered by social media doomscrolling.Quote of the Week:"Real life is what you escape to when Twitter gets too much to handle."Whether you're here for the rants or the laughs, don't forget to:Support on Patreon.Leave a 5-star rating and review.Share the podcast with your friends.No episode next week as Sami takes a short break but will return the week after with your regularly scheduled News Weakly, where we punch the news in the headlines, weakly!Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, journalist, and broadcaster.For more: http://thesamishah.comTheme music "Historic Anticipation" by Paul MottramThis podcast is written, hosted and produced by Sami Shah. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.