August 4, 2026

Gambling companies hit back, food label fraud + Ariana Grande under scrutiny

Gambling companies have strongly refuted yesterday's explosive allegations that gamblers were given inducements of sex workers and illegal drugs. We dig into what happened on the final day of the Senate inquiry into gambling reforms. Plus, can you trust what's written on the labels of the food you buy? A massive investigation has uncovered how Aussie consumers are being duped. And, Ariana Grande is taking some time out of the spotlight after "endless ongoing public scrutiny". So,  what's the line between genuine concern and harmful commentary?Listen now:01:27 - Day two of the gambling inquiry11:37 - Food label fraud21:12 - Ariana Grande under scrutinyGuests:Greens senator Sarah Hanson-YoungAdele Ferguson, investigative reporter at ABC’s Four CornersDr Vivienne Lewis, clinical psychologist and lecturer, University of Canberra Get the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

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