Teens off socials, walking sticks at festivals + going on Big Brother

Dec 9, 2025
31 mins

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Episode Description

Australia's world first social media ban for teens under 16 is kicking in tomorrow. So how are teenagers prepping, and what will they turn to instead? 

Plus, do Anika Wells' travel expenses pass the pub test? 

And spotted a walking stick prop at a festival this summer? We get into why disability advocates are concerned about risks to accessibility. 

Also, with revamped Big Brother wrapping up, we speak to one contestant about why they signed up and what the experience was like.

Listen now: 

00:59 - Social media ban comes in

05:58 - David Pocock on how much politicians should spend

14:45  - Walking sticks at doofs

19:28 - Abiola from Big Brother opens up

Guests:

  • David Pocock, independent senator
  • Abiola, Big Brother contestant 

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