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New South Wales' decision to become the first state to sign up to the federal government's gun buyback scheme, announced after last year's Bondi Beach terror attack, has divided the community. We hear why some groups are relieved, and why some are calling it a "joke".
 And sexual violence can be a common experience for women on public transport, but experts are worried it is largely going unreported. 
 Plus, does Spotify's latest move to improve transparency around AI music go far enough?
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01:11 - Gun buyback division
19:21  - Sexual assault on public transport
24:36 - Is Spotify doing enough about AI?
Guests: 
Bridget McKenzie, Nationals Senator
Terry Slevin, CEO, The Public Health Association of Australia
Dr Andrew Cullen, AI lecturer, University of Melbourne 
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Are men attracted to or intimidated by ambitious women? 
Some women feel like they're being penalised when it comes to dating because of their career success, study accomplishments, or property goals.
Dee Salmin asked the Hook Up audience and heaps of listeners said they feel like a lot of men are attracted to the idea of ambition, but in reality, are put off by it. So, what’s going on? 
In this week's Deep Dive, we hear from a sexologist who thinks the swing back to traditional values may be one explanation, and a sociologist who's been looking into dating in the age of the manosphere. 
Guests:
Lauren French, sexologist
Joshua Thorburn, sociologist, Monash University 
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Anthony Albanese's "joke" about receiving crown melons from Japan's Prime Minister has landed him in hot water. Was it problematic, or overblown? 
And, from leading the federal opposition to being "invisible" on a bus tour through the US, we unpack Sussan Ley's post-politics holiday. 
Plus, how much housework do you do? Are you ready to elevate your situationship to 'partner' status? The Census has been and gone, leaving tough questions in its wake. 
We also ask if looks matter in your industry. 
Host Dave Marchese is joined by Features Editor at The Daily Aus, Emma Gillespie, and creator Lachy McIntyre.
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Students around the country have walked out of school and university to protest the rise of One Nation and its leader Pauline Hanson. 
We hear from the protesters and what Pauline thought about the nationwide events. 
Plus, sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death among young people. One mum opens up about her search for answers after the death of her son.
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01:56 - Nationwide student protests against One Nation
06:28 - Life, grief and pleas for research after sudden cardiac arrest
Guests: 
Alison Grove O'Grady, Australian Sudden Cardiac Arrest Alliance
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Xavier was a happy, popular 20-year-old when he took a trip to Melbourne for a half marathon.
It ended in heartbreak.
In front of his family, Xavier suffered a sudden cardiac arrest and died.
About three young Australians die every week in Australia from sudden cardiac arrest but sometimes there's no warning.
In this chat, Dave speaks with Xavier's mum Alison, who is pleading with politicians to put more money into research. 
She opens up about what it's like to lose a child and why she's passionate about sharing Xavier's story with other young Australians.
Guests:
Alison Grove O'Grady, Australian Sudden Cardiac Arrest Alliance
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