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  • 01 Beef | Big Rob versus just about everyone in town
    Big Rob has gone from online vigilante to censured politician, starting little fights that have become big problems for his divided city. 
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  • INTRODUCING — Beef
    A new series by Background Briefing investigates when small feuds take on a life of their own.  First episode coming June 28.
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  • Long Read | The hunt for the next pandemic is on our shores
    This week, reporter Catherine Taylor investigates a new strain of avian flu virus that's running rampant across Europe, Asia, South America and the US. How long can we keep it from reaching us?
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  • Long Read | Can Wikipedia survive the rise of AI and Trump?
    Rhiannon Stevens investigates the existential threats facing Wikipedia from artificial intelligence and Trump’s America.
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  • Long Read | Australia: burnout capital, or how to get a career break right
    This week, Annie Louey discovers what happens when your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing means your career is no longer worth the money.
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About Background Briefing

Background Briefing tells true stories not everyone will want you to hear. We infuse investigative reporting with captivating drama, following the thread of an individual story only to find that it leads us to something bigger. It's the only podcast in Australia that does this week in, week out. Hosted by Thomas Oriti. We want to hear from you too. If you have a tip-off, please contact us at backgroundbriefing[at]abc.net.au
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