The Swanston Explainer

🎙️Today’s news explained by tomorrow’s journalists🎧 The big issues unpacked in 15-minute episodes📚An RMIT podcast📍 Melbourne➡️ Follow us @swan_explainer on Instagram

The Swanston Explainer is a news podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 97 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts The Swanston Explainer, a news show with 97 episodes published.

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  The Downfall of Prince Charming

  May 31, 202615 min

  In a city like Melbourne where the dating pool is endless, meaningful connection somehow feels increasingly rare leading some to believe finding their ‘Prince Charming’ is impossible. This podcast episode dives into the chaotic and quietly unsettling reality of modern dating. Through a mix of data analysis and real life stories, we explore how dating apps have transformed romance into something closer to a game where ghosting is normal, emotional unavailability is trendy, and “nonchalant” men are thriving. By Archana Pereira, Georgina Beard and Danika

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  Is TV dying?

  May 28, 202617 min

  TV is starting to look very different. The days of the 22 episode season, slow-burn storylines, and becoming attached to characters are quickly being replaced by short 8 episode drops designed for binge-watching and streaming, but what does that mean for audiences? From losing comfort shows to feeling like we rarely see people or communities reflected realistically, we explore how this global shift is changing TV, especially in Australia, and whether the future of TV is becoming harder to connect with.

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  Who gets to call themselves a journalist in the newsletter age?

  May 28, 202614 min

  This episode of The Swanston Explainer explores the question: Should everyone have a voice online? And who gets to call themselves a journalist in the newsletter age. Host Juliet Bond and reporter Danae Tsakalakis investigate how platforms like Substack are transforming journalism by giving anyone the power to publish. They unpack the tension between accessibility and credibility, examining the dangers of misinformation and the loss of editorial oversight. Featuring journalist and researcher Sushi Das, the episode questions what “good journalism” means today and whether digital freedom strengthens or undermines public trust. By Juliet Bond, Danae Tsakalakis, and Elara Yau

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  The rise of Booktok and its effect on literature

  May 27, 202613 min

  The rise of BookTok has transformed reading into a highly visible online trend, reviving interest in literature among younger audiences. However, concerns are being raised about its effect on literature. Is depth and critical thinking being swapped for faster paced, trope centered books? Is lack of choice and individuality being driven by algorithms and the “correct” marketing?

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  Do Sports and Politics Go Together?

  May 26, 202612 min

  In the world of sport, athletes are given the opportunity to compete at the highest level, but sport has also long been a way to bring people together. What was once seen as an escape from everyday life has increasingly become a space shaped by politics, with athletes and organisations speaking more openly about social and political issues. As competitors become more vocal about their personal beliefs, the line between sport and identity politics is becoming harder to ignore. In this episode, we explore both the support for and opposition to athletes using their platforms to speak out. Do sporting figures have a responsibility to advocate for important issues and drive social change, or should sport remain neutral and free from political division? Host: Anthony Fazzari Reporter: Finn O'Connell-Lacy Producer: Yianni Kottaras Series Producer: Jude Katsianis

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