Best Australian Politics Podcasts (2024)

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Credlin | 8 July 48:48

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The latest Newspoll shows Labor is in trouble in NSW and Queensland, analysis of the UK election results amid big swings away from the major parties. Plus, Senator Jacinta Price on the Alice Springs curfew. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 7 July 1:59:49

1h ago1:59:49

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Extreme concern over censorship push, free speech union now touring Australia, pressure on US President Joe Biden to withdraw from race, the coalition's nuclear plan gains support. Plus, hundreds of hostages remain captive in Gaza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 353: Thelma & Louising In Separate Cars 1:01:08

2d ago1:01:08

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Lucy, Theo, and Ben bring you: A beautiful relationship betwixt woman and fish, one extremely disgruntled Dutch man, a follow-up on Jimmy the Hairdresser, and the RIPing Report.***Support our show and get exclusive bonus episodes by subscribing on Patreon: www.patreon.com/BoontaVista***Email the show at mailbag@boontavista.com! Call in and leave us…

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Adam Bandt on Fatima Payman, toeing the party line and the war in Gaza 36:40

2h ago36:40

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Guardian Australia’s political editor Karen Middleton speaks with the Greens leader Adam Bandt about Fatima Payman’s decision to quit the Labor party, calls for the Australian government to do more about the war in Gaza, and the Greens’ long-term objectivesBy The Guardian

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Conversations: Andrew Kern, Author and Proponent of Classical Education 1:26:01

1h ago1:26:01

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In this interview, John is joined by classical education advocate Andrew Kern. They explore the transformative potential of classical education, highlighting its respect for humility, heritage, and the importance it places on cultivating wisdom and virtue. Kern addresses the challenges posed by modern technology, and the increasing trend of homesch…

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Credlin | 4 July 49:44

1h ago49:44

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Senator Fatima Payman officially quits the Labor party, the UK Tories are likely heading for an election wipeout. Plus, Peter Dutton on the shocking security breach at Parliament House by anti-Israel activists. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Senator Payman quits Labor. What's next? 37:00

3h ago37:00

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As parliament prepares for the long mid-winter break, Labor Senator Fatima Payman has resigned from the party. The young WA Senator was indefinitely suspended from Labor's Caucus, after she crossed the floor to back a Greens motion recognising Palestinian statehood - and told Insiders that she would do it again. So, how is the Albanese Government d…

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Credlin | 3 July 49:50

21h ago49:50

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Panic within the government over the growing Muslim vote movement, cost of living concerns dominate parliament amid early election speculation. Plus, Dr Adi Paterson cuts through the nuclear scare campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Ted O'Brien on reaching for the nuclear button 33:45

23h ago33:45

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Flavio Brancaleone/AAP The Coalition is taking a major political gamble with its nuclear power policy, which is facing criticism from a range of experts. The opposition has announced seven proposed sites for power stations but has yet to provide costings and other details. Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Energy Ted O'Brien, who spearheaded t…

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Guardian Essential report: do voters want Peter Dutton’s nuclear power plants? 24:37

2d ago24:37

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Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent Paul Karp and Peter Lewis from Essential Media talk about voter concerns over the cost and safety of Dutton’s nuclear energy policy. They also discuss Albanese’s approval rating dipping to to an all-time low and a satirical conspiracy theory about birds.…

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Credlin | 2 July 48:42

2d ago48:42

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The US Supreme Court sides with Donald Trump over presidential immunity, the growing movement within the Islamic community seeks to oust Labor ministers. Plus, Professor Stephen Wilson discusses his report on the true cost of renewables. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Bonus: Nuclear and the impact of the Teals 21:00

2d ago21:00

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From the politics of nuclear energy, to the impact of the Teals in Parliament, Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas tackle all of your burning questions on this The Party Room bonus podcast episode. More Information Want to feature on the next episode? Send a short voice recording to PK and Fran for Question Time at thepartyroom@abc.net.au…

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Fatima Payman and the cost of voting with her conscience 19:52

3d ago19:52

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Last week Labor senator Fatima Payman made national headlines when she broke ranks with her party and voted in support of a Greens motion to recognise a state of Palestine. The Western Australian senator now claims she has been ‘exiled’ by the Labor party after the vote. Political editor Karen Middleton speaks to Nour Haydar about the consequences …

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Credlin | 1 July 50:00

3d ago50:00

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Senator Payman claims she has been exiled from her party, growing calls for Joe Biden to step aside following his woeful debate performance. Plus, Senator Jacinta Price on the Greens' push for an Indigenous truth & justice commission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 30 June 1:42:05

4d ago1:42:05

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The panel dissect CNN's US presidential debate between Trump and Biden, Labor Senator Fatima Payman defies party on Palestine. Plus, the Middle East conflict continues to escalate and Nationals Senator Matt Canavan joins the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 352: Fuckable Mrs Doubtfired By A Close-Up Magician 1:06:15

4d ago1:06:15

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Lucy, Theo, Andrew, and Ben bring you: Tommy the Skank going down for his love of deer, having $12,000 and your heart stolen by a beautiful androgynous close-up magician, and putting on the Honky Man suit to degeese a park. I meant red-crested cardinal. Sorry.***Support our show and get exclusive bonus episodes by subscribing on Patreon: www.patreo…

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UK election D-Day 46:07

9d ago46:07

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Political strategist John McTernan and Atalanta’s Elizabeth Ames join us to talk about the UK election trail – betting scandals, campaign gaffes and all. What is the mood on the ground in Britain? What are the political narratives influencing the upcoming UK election? And with Labour predicted for a landslide win, what are the perils of a decisive …

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Head of Australian Border Force, Michael Outram, responds to reports of sexual harassment across the ABF 33:26

6d ago33:26

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Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, Paul Karp, talks to Australian Border Force commissioner, Michael Outram, about Border Force’s response to two damning Australian Human Rights Commission reports into allegations of sexual discrimination and harassment across the ABF and its marine unit.…

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Body Found In Sydney Home 28/06/24 2:07

7d ago2:07

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The body of a woman, in her 50s, has been found inside a Sydney home with injuries so horrific that senior police officers described it as one of the worst crime scenes they had seen in years. Energy Minister Mick de Brenni has refused to take responsibility for the Callide Power Plant explosion, sensationally accusing CS Energy bosses of lying to …

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Credlin | 27 June 50:38

7d ago50:38

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Growing discontent within Labor over the PM's response to Senator Fatima Payman crossing the floor, a death tax by stealth is coming to Victoria. Plus, Chloe Cole joins the program to share her detransitioning story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Julian Assange says the PM ‘saved his life’ 34:34

7d ago34:34

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Julian Assange is now a free man after agreeing a plea deal in the US. The WikiLeaks founder is now back home in Australia, but shadow foreign affairs minister Simon Birmingham has criticised the PM for calling Mr Assange upon his arrival in Canberra. Meanwhile, Labor senator Fatima Payman faces a ban from one ALP caucus meeting after crossing the …

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Assange Free 27/06/24 2:38

8d ago2:38

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Julian Assange will today start his new life as a free man with his wife and two young sons in Australia. The cost of dying is set to skyrocket in Victoria, with the Allan government considering introducing what has been panned as a “death tax by stealth”. CS Energy issued warnings that maintenance was being neglected at its plants just two years b…

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Chris Bowen on ‘calling out’ claims about the energy transition’s cost 28:42

8d ago28:42

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Lukas Coch/AAP The climate wars have been reignited with the Coalition’s release of its controversial plan for nuclear power, an option totally rejected by the government. Meanwhile, a report this week from the Australian Energy Market Operator (AMEO) has indicated the government needs to speed up efforts in what has become a challenging energy tra…

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Credlin | 26 June 50:39

8d ago50:39

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The PM is accused of weak leadership over his response to Senator Fatima Payman defying the party, Greg Sheridan on the release of Julian Assange. Plus, Tony Abbott on Labor’s self-inflicted energy crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Crises going nuclear 53:56

8d ago53:56

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Security expert John Blaxland and physicist Ken Baldwin join us to discuss Dutton’s nuclear plans, politicised debates and poly-crisis. Is it possible to decarbonise through nuclear energy? Does the debate around these complex issues indicate a failure in public discourse? And what does this say about our ability to govern and manage a ‘poly-crisis…

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Greg Lynn Trial 26/06/24 2:48

9d ago2:48

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The widow of slain camper Russell Hill says she feared Greg Lynn would walk free, saying “an innocent person doesn’t get rid of the bodies”. Vape legalisation advocates say the Coalition could raise $510 million a year in tax revenue under its plan to regulate the sale of nicotine products through retailers like supermarkets or convenience stores. …

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Credlin | 25 June 51:02

9d ago51:02

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Julian Assange walks free following a deal with the US, Victoria gives the green light to a pill testing trial. Plus, Senator Michaelia Cash on calls to list the radical Islamist group linked to the Sydney Uni protests as a terror organisation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Vape Backflip 25/06/24 2:46

10d ago2:46

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Vapes will be made available at pharmacies without a prescription after the Albanese government struck a deal with the Greens that will soften a proposed retail ban on e-cigarettes. The boss of Australia’s anti-doping agency has warned that the AFL – and Australian sport more widely – is at a “crossroad” as a damning report identified “key issues” …

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Credlin | 24 June 50:10

10d ago50:10

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Labor recruits Matt Kean as their climate change tsar, a former senior public servant calls on the government to cut ties with the CFMEU. Plus, Shadow Immigration Minister Dan Tehan on Labor’s migration policy failures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Outsiders | 23 June 1:43:14

11d ago1:43:14

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ABC accused of misleading nuclear coverage, Peter Dutton unveils landmark nuclear plan, US President Joe Biden rigorously preps for next week's debate. Plus, Palestinian terrorist to speak at a Green's Left event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 351: Pitbull Prestige Time Assassin 1:01:40

11d ago1:01:40

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Theo, Andrew, and Ben bring you: Dozens of snakes saved, a time assassination thwarted, aggression removed, a wrench thrown, and a dentist-free alternative to dentistry.***You can watch the video of the live show right here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3T9I9uWKGDU***Support our show and get exclusive bonus episodes by subscribing on Patreon: ww…

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Simon Birmingham on China, abandoning 2030 climate targets and nuclear power 39:28

13d ago39:28

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Guardian Australia political editor Karen Middleton speaks with the shadow foreign affairs minister and opposition leader in the Senate, Simon Birmingham. This follows both the visit of Chinese premier Li Qiang and Peter Dutton’s announcement of the Coalition’s seven proposed nuclear sites this week. They discuss the uncertainties and outcomes of t…

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Analysing the 2024 NSW Budget 20:14

13d ago20:14

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This week, the NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey handed down his second budget since Labor took office. At the same time, the NSW government is facing rising inflation and cost of living, increased public sector wage expenditure, and the worst of Australia’s housing crisis. Find out whether the 2024 NSW Budget tackled these key issues - and more - in th…

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Direct: Iain McGilchrist, Psychiatrist, Philosopher, Researcher and Literary Scholar 55:28

13d ago55:28

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In this interview, John speaks with Iain McGilchrist about the differences between the left and right hemispheres of the brain and their impact on our perception and interaction with the world. Iain explains that the left hemisphere focuses on details and immediate tasks, while the right hemisphere maintains a broad, vigilant awareness of the envir…

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Mackay Shooting 21/06/24 1:59

14d ago1:59

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A young girl who witnessed her mother’s alleged shooting murder is struggling to process the terrible tragedy, according to those close to the Mackay family. The Bicycle Bandit’s sentencing has been expedited after he expressed an intent to access his voluntary assisted dying kit – but one of his victims, who also has terminal cancer, says he deser…

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Credlin | 20 June 48:47

14d ago48:47

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Labor ramps up its nuclear scare campaign, Sophie Elsworth on new ABC Chairman Kim Williams asking for increased funding. Plus, tensions rise between Israel and Hezbollah. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Dutton goes full nuclear. Will the risk pay off? 39:00

14d ago39:00

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Opposition leader Peter Dutton has set up a referendum on energy policy, unveiling the Coalition's long-awaited nuclear plan. And while the Opposition has confirmed the location of the seven proposed sites - which will be tax-payer funded - major details like the pricetag still aren't clear. The Albanese Government has been quick to slam the propos…

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Politics with Michelle Grattan: Peter Malinauskas on political donations, kids on social media, and the nuclear option 26:53

14d ago26:53

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Lukas Coch/AAP After beating a first-term South Australian Liberal government in 2022, Labor premier Peter Malinauskas has gone on to be a reform advocate on issues including social media and politcal donations. His government is looking at a ban on children under 14 accessing social media accounts, with parental consent required for those 14 and 1…

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BONUS PREVIEW: The Three Twin Situation 1:56

14d ago1:56

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This week behind the paywall: An insane man terrorising a quiet neighbourhood in England. But what if you need his help? All this and much, much more at patreon.com/BoontaVistaBy Boonta Vista

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Class Lockdown At Sydney School 20/06/24 2:16

15d ago2:16

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An eight-year-old boy took an illegal replica assault rifle to a Sydney school, forcing a class into lockdown and sparking a police investigation into how it ended up in the boy’s hands. Elite private schools are exempting poorly performing students from national NAPALN tests in a bid to improve their overall scores, a scathing academic report has …

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Credlin | 19 June 50:28

15d ago50:28

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State premiers line up to reject Peter Dutton's proposal of seven nuclear power stations, pro-Palestine vandals attack Labor MP Josh Burns' office. Plus, Greg Sheridan on Vladimir Putin's first visit to North Korea in 25 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Guardian Essential report: voters split on Dutton’s 2030 target – Australian politics podcast 24:35

15d ago24:35

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Paul Karp, Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, and columnist Peter Lewis discuss what voters think about opposition leader Peter Dutton’s announcement to abandon Australia’s emissions reduction target for 2030. Climate experts have described it as a ‘destructive’ and ‘utterly irresponsible’ move that would breach Australia’s legally…

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America’s war with itself 51:07

15d ago51:07

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Journalist and correspondent Nick Bryant joins Mark Kenny to discuss division in the United States of America. What was it like to be in Washington DC after the 6 January insurrection? How did we misinterpret Trump’s narrative? And what are the roots of the conspiracies, division and polarisation that we see in the United States today? On this epis…

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Police Amo Stolen 19/06/24 2:29

16d ago2:29

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Dozens of rounds of live ammunition, police uniforms and bulletproof vests are in the hands of criminals after being stolen from cop cars during the Wakeley riot two months ago. Queensland homeowners missing mortgage repayments are at their highest level since the early pandemic, with hundreds of families at risk as $223m worth of home loans go int…

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Credlin | 18 June 49:41

17d ago49:41

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Victorian CFA volunteers refuse to fight fires on solar and wind farms, pressure mounts on the PM over China's bullyish behaviour on Australian journalist Cheng Lei. Plus, Ross Greenwood on the RBA's decision to hold cash rate at 4.35 per cent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Greyhound Trainer Ban 18/06/24 3:00

17d ago3:00

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Former premiership-winning South Australian greyhound trainer Tony Rasmussen has been banned for life and fined a record $220,000 after being found guilty of a string of welfare and integrity charges. The Reserve Bank is set to pave the way for an upcoming interest rate rise when it concludes its board meeting on Tuesday afternoon amid a robust job…

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Credlin | 17 June 49:34

17d ago49:34

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Former Victorian premier Daniel Andrews receives a warm welcome by Chinese officials in Canberra, Peter Dutton overtakes Anthony Albanese as the preferred PM in the latest Resolve Poll. Plus, Sarah Hewson on Princess Kate's return to public eye. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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Should Australia abandon the Paris Agreement? 26:33

17d ago26:33

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The federal government's 2030 emissions reduction target is under serious threat. Under the International Paris Agreement, Australia has committed to reduce its emissions to 43 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030. But the government is not currently on track to meet these levels. It's led some members of the Opposition to call for Australia to aband…

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Outsiders | 16 June 1:41:20

18d ago1:41:20

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Princess Kate attends first event since diagnosis, the CEO of the Page Research Centre joins the show to discuss what the research says about Australia's energy transition. Plus, Robert Irwin threatens to sue One Nation's leader Pauline Hanson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Sky News Australia / NZ

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EPISODE 350: Sip Free Or Die (LIVE) 1:39:22

18d ago1:39:22

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It's our 350th episode! Lucy, Theo, Andrew, and Ben bring you: A contentious and mysterious hose, tragic nominative determinism, one easy trick to make crime legal, honouring the dead with Jeeps, a failed bear escape, a loose bull in the stands, and the Great American Hall of Name.***Recorded live in Brisbane at Newstead Brewing co on Saturday, Jun…

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