Each week the All Caught Up team examine a newsworthy topic, talk to those in the know and consider what it means for young Australians and beyond.
Hosts: Anoushka Israni @anoushkaisrani (https://www.instagram.com/#) and Ben Tresno-Turner @bentresnoturner (https://www.instagram.com/#)
Sound Editor and Engineer: Michelle Zeng @michelle.zeng.creative (https://www.instagram.com/#)
Executive producer: Alexandra Spring @newsworthy_aus (https://www.instagram.com/#)
Why thrifting your outfit may not be as sustainable as you think
Thrifting at charity shops and online marketplaces like Vinted, Depop and Ebay is increasingly popular. In fact, some Gen Zs see being environmentally conscious and wearing second-hand or mended clothing as highly desirable qualities in a potential partner. Yet, despite being considered part of the circular fashion economy, thrifting could disguise a sneaky overconsumption habit. This week, Ben and Anoushka speak to Guardian Australia’s lifestyle editor Alyx Gorman a...
5 Aug 2026
Jedis, sexual orientation and Gen Z: Why doing this year’s census really matters
Next week, everyone in Australia will be required to spend time filling out the census. Described as “probably the most progressive census Australia has ever seen”, the 2026 census will include questions on religion, gender identity and sexual orientation. So why is it important for the government to collect information like this and much more? This week Ben and Anoushka speak to social researcher Dr Rebecca Huntley about the importance of the census and how collecting accurate ...
28 Jul 2026
Why Buy Now Pay Later should be handled with care
In Australia, Gen Zs are among the biggest users of Buy Now Pay Later payment options for both luxuries and essentials. For some people, it comes in handy when finances are tight, but for others, it can be a money trap. This week, Ben and Anoushka speak to youth sociologist Dr Julia Cook, from the University of Newcastle, about the gamified features and the longer-term impacts of some BNPL apps. They also chatted to Lily, a student who found BNPL useful, and some other students who wer...
21 Jul 2026
Saving sport: The push to protect more athletes from CTE
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) has been in the news recently, with ABC Four Corners reporting that there are many more diagnosed cases in AFL players than previously thought. The degenerative brain disease is caused by repeated knocks to the head, like concussion, and it can only be properly diagnosed after death. Experts are alarmed about the higher numbers and they’re calling for more action from the AFL. But what is CTE and what can be done to protect these athl...
7 Jul 2026
AI-assisted dating is here. Will it change Gen Z’s love lives?
Finding love is hard. And despite their many promises, dating apps are not making it easier, particularly for Gen Z. Now some dating apps are using AI to test compatibility and improve matches, but is this technology the answer to better relationships? This week, Ben and Anoushka speak to Rachel Harker, the founder of Tribal, a psychology-based dating app that uses an algorithm to help improve connections. And they speak to some university students about thepros and cons of usin...
30 Jun 2026
Is shark culling the answer to the recent rise in shark bites?
Recently there’s been a spike in shark bites across NSW beaches, including the attack on Leah Stewart when she was swimming at Coogee Beach in early June. The increased presence of sharks has prompted community calls for more action from governments to protect beachgoers. Some are even calling for shark culls. But environmental experts say culling isn’t the best course of action and could have unintended consequences. This week, Ben and Anoushka speak to marine biologist Profess...
23 Jun 2026
Are young people being priced out of their social lives?
As World Cup fever sweeps the globe, we’re waking up early or staying out late to catch the latest matches. Only the truly fortunate few are watching the games live, with ticket prices skyrocketing into the thousands of dollars. Similarly, most basketball fans had to huddle around tv and phone screens during the NBA finals, with courtside tix reserved for the very wealthy. So, does that mean Gen Z – who on average earn less than $24,000 a year in Australia – are being priced out of the...
16 Jun 2026
How YouTubers are upending the arts world
Backrooms and Obsession are two of the hottest films playing at the cinema right now. Yet these horror films share more than just a genre: both were made on a shoestring budget, both are smashing box office records, and both were made by Gen Z film makers who used YouTube to hone their craft. And Hollywood is paying attention. So what does this say about having a successful career in the creative industries these days? In All Caught Up’s very first episode, Ben and Anoushk...
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