Not Stupid

Trump's oil advice and a legal ruling on social media

As Australia and many other countries continue to feel the effects of fuel shortages due to the closure of the straight of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump hits out in a Truth Social post at American allies saying: "Go get your own oil!"Jules and Jez also talk about the landmark US ruling against Meta and YouTube that found the tech companies liable for deliberately designing addictive products that harmed a young user.And finally, this is the last Not Stupid show for a while as Jules and Jez take a break to focus on some big projects. Big thanks to everyone for listening and for filling our inbox with your lovely stories. Keep dancing and eat the last piece of cake!Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.auSHOW NOTES:DiscofootGrace Abrams, Robyn - Close To You & Dancing On My Own

Let them eat cake

Jules and Jez chat about dinner table etiquette, the correct way to eat cake, random acts of kindness and Lisa's antidote to the manosphere, the nannasphere. Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.au

Could China benefit from the Iran war?

Many countries around the world are feeling the effects of fuel shortages due to the war in Iran. While China treads a delicate diplomatic path between the US and Iran, its 25 year investment in renewables like solar power and electric cars could mean that it is more protected.Jules and Jez also talk about Chloe Zhao's approach to creativity and collaboration, as well as a UK  event called Pints and Ponytails that helps dads learn how to  style their daughters' hair.Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.auSHOW NOTES:Chloe Zhao's Dance Take with the cast and crew of Hamnet at the Globe Theatre to Rihanna's track We Found LovePints and Ponytails

The bikers helping abused kids feel safe

Sometimes help comes from unlikely quarters like the big burly bikers whose mission is to protect and help kids. Jules heard about a group called Bikers Against Child Abuse (BACA) and she chats to Jez about how they're helping vulnerable kids.Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.auSHOW NOTES:The bikers helping abused kids feel safe

Fuel panic, the manosphere and the truth about Banksy

As people panic buy petrol, questions are being asked about whether Australia has enough fuel stockpiled and how we can secure our future. Jules and Jez also talk about Louis Theroux's documentary Inside the Manosphere and whether we actually need to know Banksy's identity.  Julia Baird and Jeremy Fernandez chat about the stories you're obsessed with, the stuff you've missed and the things that matter. Episodes drop every Wednesday afternoon. We want to hear from you! Join the conversation and email the show at notstupid@abc.net.au