On Christmas Eve, the Special Broadcasting Service (SBS) declared an even more thrilling initiative. They’re kicking off some new daily news wraps specifically tailored for English learners and those with disabilities to increase accessibility to the news. These daily segments, available in podcast format, provide concise updates on current events across various topics, making it easier for these communities to stay informed.
SBS offers a variety of news podcasts. Among them is the “News in English” podcast, which provides a five-minute daily wrap of the most important news stories. This pilot project specifically addresses the needs of English learners, equipping them to enhance their language acquisition journey and achieve greater knowledge of what’s new around the world.
SBS is about so much more than the popular, “News in English” podcast. They have “On the Money,” a daily ten-minute wrap-up of finance and business news. SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves brings you this entertaining and informative podcast. Join us for important insights on economic changes, market movements, and important financial tips! Both podcasts are designed to cater to the varying needs of the audience while ensuring they can access valuable information easily.
These podcasts are available for listeners on all of their favorite platforms, including. This convenience means that they can receive breaking news updates on the go like never before! If you’re ready to dive deeper into these new offerings, visit SBS’s newly-launched homepage for news podcasts. Go to sbs.com.au/news/listen to check it out!
The initiative is an example of SBS’s continued effort to be more inclusive and accessible. The nonprofit produces these short news stories to captivate English language learners and people with disabilities. We take this contextual approach to ensure that today’s events don’t seem overwhelming to the average reader.
