The Daily Aus
A daily news podcast from a team of young Australian journalists, breaking down domestic and global headlines for a millennial and Gen Z audience.
This is Australia's morning news briefing for a generation that grew up on social media. A rotating cast of young journalists from the TDA newsroom take turns explaining 1-2 major stories of the day, focusing on the context and why it matters to a young Australian audience. It's less about breaking the news first and more about breaking it down, using plain English and relatable analogies to demystify everything from parliamentary procedure to geopolitical conflict.
“Unlike solo-hosted daily news podcasts, The Daily Aus uses a team-based, multi-host format which gives it a more dynamic, conversational feel. Its unique 'Titbit' segment, a short and often quirky story to close the show, adds a signature touch of levity not often found in hard news briefings.”
Who hosts this show
The Daily Aus is an independent Australian news outlet founded in 2017 by Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler to make news more accessible for young people. What started as a social media project is now a multi-platform media company with a newsroom of young journalists delivering daily podcasts, newsletters, and social content. The company's stated mission is to empower young Australians to engage with the world around them by explaining complex stories without jargon or assumed knowledge. 85% of its audience is reported to be under the age of 35.
Credentials & credits
- Sam Koslowski: Co-Founder, Bachelor of Law / Bachelor of Media (Communications & Journalism) from UNSW.
- Zara Seidler: Co-Founder, Bachelor of Arts (Government and International Relations) from the University of Sydney.
- Sam Koslowski: Former corporate lawyer at Allens and social media journalist at FOX SPORTS Australia.
- Zara Seidler: Former news producer at Sky News and political advisor to federal MP Dr. Kerryn Phelps.
- Recognized in Forbes' '30 Under 30' list for Media, Marketing & Advertising.
- Co-authors of 'No Silly Questions', a book published by Penguin Books Australia.
Other ventures
- No Silly Questions (Companion podcast and book).
- Futureproof (Youth strategy advisory arm).
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Who is behind the Community Strong Australia Party?Jun 25, 2026 · 17 min
- 02The global warning about AIJun 24, 2026 · 18 min
- 03How UK PM Keir Starmer lost his jobJun 23, 2026 · 24 min
- 04Bird flu strain reaches Australia: Should you care?Jun 22, 2026 · 20 min
- 05Why Australia's immigration debate is backJun 21, 2026 · 22 min
- 06Aussie activists' sexual assault allegations against the IDF, explainedJun 18, 2026 · 17 min
Notable episodes
- 01Who is behind the Community Strong Australia Party?
Features a direct interview with the founding MPs of a new Australian political party, showcasing the podcast's access to newsmakers.
- 02The global warning about AI
A clear example of the show's core format: breaking down a complex, tech-focused international news story for its youth audience.
- 03How UK PM Keir Starmer lost his job
Demonstrates the show's use of historical context and analogies to explain significant and complex international political events.
What you'll be asked on this show
Episodes are typically hosted by a pair of journalists from the wider TDA newsroom team. The delivery is conversational and explanatory, often using pop-culture references to make complex topics more accessible, like comparing a UK Prime Minister's short tenure to a Kardashian marriage. Episodes frequently conclude with a signature segment called the 'Titbit' which covers a lighter news item.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
- “There's a new political party, tell us about it.”
- “What are the sort of values and key policy areas that voters can expect from you?”
- “How does entering a political party structure weigh up with being community independents?”
- “Who is funding this?”
- “What is the message that you have for young voters about why they should back your party?”
- “Can you give us a quick refresher on...?”
- “What happens now?”
- “Who issued it and what did it say?”
- “What do we do with that information and have they suggested next steps?”
Signature segments
- · The Titbit
- · Welcome to The Daily Aus
- · TDA (acronym and branding)
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are serving newsmakers, subject-matter experts, or The Daily Aus's own journalists providing deeper context. The show books sitting politicians like federal MPs Allegra Spender and Zali Steggall for interviews, and also features internal journalists to explain specialized topics.
- Allegra Spenderon Who is behind the Community Strong Australia Party?
- Zali Steggallon Who is behind the Community Strong Australia Party?
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast currently features self-promotional messages asking listeners to follow and subscribe to support the independent media company. Based on its audience, it would likely appeal to brands targeting an educated, civically-engaged young Australian demographic.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who owns The Daily Aus?
- The Daily Aus is an independent media company co-founded by Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler and is not owned by any larger media corporation.
- Who are the hosts of the podcast?
- The podcast features a rotating cast of young journalists from The Daily Aus newsroom, including co-founders Sam Koslowski and Zara Seidler, and journalists like Emma Gillespie, Lucy Tassell, and Elliot Lawry.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a daily news briefing that explains one or two major news stories in plain English, followed by a short, quirky news segment called 'The Titbit'.
- Who is the target audience?
- The podcast is created for young Australians, with 85% of its audience being under the age of 35.
- Is the podcast still running?
- Yes, it releases new episodes every weekday morning.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and video versions are posted on YouTube.
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- [01]The Daily Aus - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [02]About The Daily Austhedailyaus.com.au
- [03]In Conversation with Sam Koslowski & Zara Seidler - The Ethics Centreethics.org.au
- [04]From an arts degree to co-founder of The Daily Aus - The University of Sydneysydney.edu.au
- [05]Sam Koslowski - Co-Founder at The Daily Aus - The Orgtheorg.com
- [06]Zara Seidler - Great Expectation Speakers and Trainersgreatexpectation.com.au
- [07]The Daily Aus - Forbesforbes.com
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