Best ABC Perth Podcasts (2024)

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2024's history-making elections 20:06

9h ago20:06

20:06

Over the last few weeks, almost two billion people have voted in elections, as part of what some are calling the biggest year for democracy ever. In today’s deep dive, TDA fact checker Lucy Tassell joins us to recap the biggest elections of the last month, and preview what’s next. Hosts: Sam Koslowski and Lucy Tassell Audio producer: Annabelle Nico…

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How the Buy Now, Pay Later changes affect you 15:30

9h ago15:30

15:30

Over 7 million Australians use Buy Now Pay Later accounts, like Afterpay or Zip, and young people are the main adopters of this new form of credit. But now the government is keen to apply the same rules that govern our credit cards or loans to these services - in one of the biggest changes to The Credit Act in years. The government hopes the new la…

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Why you're about to hear a lot about Joe Biden's son 16:22

1d ago16:22

16:22

Subscribe to the TDA Sport Newsletter For the first time in U.S. history, the son of a sitting President is facing trial and potential jail time. The trial of Hunter Biden, the son of current President Joe Biden, has begun in the US state of Delaware this week. He stands accused of illegally buying and owning a handgun while using drugs. It’s anoth…

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What this year's sunny weather means for your fruit trees 26:00

23h ago26:00

26:00

Sab and Tets are joined by former ABC broadcaster Geraldine Mellet to chat all things in your garden, and a few memories of days gone by for the 100th Birthday of 6WF.. 00:32 It's winter but your mango tree might think it's spring, and has started flowering again. Here's what you need to know. 01:29 Tips on what kind of frost nettings to use to pro…

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The unfair dismissal case against the ABC 10:33

31m ago10:33

10:33

Want more sport news from The Daily Aus? Sign up to our sport newsletter here! Australia’s workplace dispute tribunal, the Fair Work Commission, has delivered a ruling in the case between journalist Antoinette Lattouf and the ABC.It ruled that Lattouff was indeed sacked by ABC, which had been disputed by the public broadcaster. This ruling paves th…

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The call for a Human Rights Act in Australia 14:58

1d ago14:58

14:58

Australia is currently the only Western democracy without a national human rights act. Last week, a parliamentary committee recommended to the Federal Government that this change. It could mark a significant turning point in how rights are recognised and enforced across the nation. On today’s podcast, we sat down with Professor Justine Nolan, Direc…

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Season 38 Episode 21 1:58:35

2h ago1:58:35

1:58:35

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, for Saturday June 1, 2024. Join Hugh Best and Pete Szkiela this week on the show that will be as full as this weekend for football action. A great line-up of guests: Tommy Doleman, Football West Matchday Reporter. We local look at this weekend’s fixtures and a recap of the Australia Cup Quar…

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Advantages of a 'wicking' bed in your garden 55:43

4d ago55:43

55:43

Sab and Amber dive into citrus trees, and root systems all whilst feeling a little dusty after a large Friday night. 04:34 How to grow and care for wattle. 17:51 What to do if the roots grow out of a potted plant. 29:34 Interview with Michael Bradley about the benefits of 'wicking', and all things you need to know about veggie gardens. Subscribe to…

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Donald Trump is found guilty 10:58

4h ago10:58

10:58

It’s been a big few weeks for Donald Trump, whose first criminal case has just wrapped up after a five-week trial. The trial centred on Trump’s alleged cover-up of a ‘hush money’ payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels in the run-up to the 2016 presidential election. In today’s deep dive, we’ll cover what happened during the trial and what it mea…

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Did police ignore the warnings about the Perth shooter? 12:49

1h ago12:49

12:49

The country has been rocked by another story of men’s violence against women after a Perth man killed a mother and daughter on Friday. It’s believed the man, a licensed gun owner, was looking for his ex-partner at the time of the incident. In the wake of the incident, the shooter’s daughter has issued a public statement about what she says is a fai…

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Social media and Australia's eating disorder crisis 16:35

42m ago16:35

16:35

An expert panel has handed the Government a list of recommendations, aimed at reducing eating disorder rates in young people. It comes after eating disorder survivors and support advocates met with politicians and social media bosses in September last year. Now, they’re calling for legislative reform and changes to the way young people use social m…

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It's finally raining, but don't apply fertiliser to your lawn yet 29:00

22h ago29:00

29:00

Sab and Tets discuss wetting agents, the rain and the importance of a good cup of tea. 03:31 It's finally started to rain but don't use fertiliser yet, here is what you should add to your lawn first. 05:47 What to do when your passionfruit vine is all flowers, no fruit. 15:41 Your curry leaf tree has scale. Is it still okay to cook with? Listen to …

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Is turbulence getting worse? 13:26

2h ago13:26

13:26

In the last week, there have been two major incidents of turbulence hitting commercial flights, causing injury. On Sunday, 12 were injured on a Qatar Airways Doha to Dublin flight while in the air over Türkiye. In today’s podcast, we talk to Professor Dr Jason Middleton, the Head of UNSW's Department of Aviation between 1995 and 2017, about why we’…

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ChatGPT and Murdoch team up: what could possibly go wrong? 13:12

1h ago13:12

13:12

News Corp and OpenAI, the tech company that created ChatGPT, have signed a multi-year content deal. Under the new partnership, News Corp’s content will be used to respond to ChatGPT user questions. News Corp CEO Robert Thomson said the deal will “set new standards for veracity, for virtue and for value in the digital age”. In today's deep dive, we'…

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Season 38 Episode 20 2:00:43

13d ago2:00:43

2:00:43

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, for Saturday May 25, 2024. Join Sean Kelly, Pete Szkiela and Jim Webb this week on the show that will be as full as this weekend for football action. A great line-up of local guests: Robbie Thomson, Paramount and Network 10 Match Commentator. We will preview Saturdays A-League final between …

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How to identify citrus gall wasps and how to get rid of them 52:18

2d ago52:18

52:18

Sab and Amber discuss citrus gall wasps, climbing evergreens and how to find a narrow pair of shoes. 15:21 What to do about citrus gall wasps in your lime tree. 17:51 Looking for the right tree to plant into a large pot? Sab has the answers on what you should plant. 39:08 How to best tackle a pear tree prune Listen to the program live on Saturdays …

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Is a social media ban for kids a good idea? 17:23

8d ago17:23

17:23

Should kids under the age of 16 be banned from social media? A new campaign called 36 Months is calling for the age at which young people can sign up to social media to be pushed from 13 to 16. The organisers believe that the 36 months between the two ages are vital, and that “Kids need more time to develop healthy and secure identities before they…

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The Minister for Women on why violence is increasing 20:32

1h ago20:32

20:32

Over the last month, we have brought you a number of episodes about the rising rate of men’s violence against women in Australia. We have spoken about specific cases, about new statistics and about roundtables being convened to discuss the issue. For today’s podcast, we wanted to go straight to the person responsible for making sure this rate comes…

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Will the leaders of Israel and Hamas be arrested? 18:38

23m ago18:38

18:38

The International Criminal Court’s lead prosecutor has announced he’s applying for arrest warrants for three Hamas leaders, Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Today on the podcast, we’ll explain what this all means and what could happen now. Hosts: Lucy Tassell and Emma Gillespie Audio producer: Emmeline …

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What to do if tree climbers damage a branch 22:00

8d ago22:00

22:00

Sab and Tets dig into how to fix damaged limbs, and how much their gardens miss the rain. 00:20 What to do about your garden and the lack of rain this year. 03:30 Interview with Damien Postma, the Demand Delivery Manager at Water Corporation. 16:55 Recommendations on fast growing plants to grow in large pots. 21:18 What to do if a limb breaks off y…

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Iran's president has died - what now? 12:31

10d ago12:31

12:31

Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian have died in a helicopter crash. The helicopter crashed in mountainous terrain in northern Iran amid heavy fog, triggering a large-scale search. While little is known about what comes next, Iran’s Vice President is expected to temporarily take over the Presidency. In today…

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The Aussie footballers allegedly betting on their own games 13:42

3h ago13:42

13:42

Three A-League players were arrested in Sydney on Friday morning over an alleged corrupt betting scheme. A-League is the highest level of professional men's soccer in Australia - and this has the potential to be one of the biggest scandals to hit Australian football in decades. In today’s podcast, we’re going to go through what we know about what h…

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Season 38 Episode 19 2:00:33

7h ago2:00:33

2:00:33

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle, for Saturday May 18, 2024. Join Penny Tanner Hoath, Dave Kindness and Steve Atkins this week on the show that will be full of A-League finals, All Stars, 70th celebrations, Asian Cup hosting, AC Milan and AS Roma excitement and more. Steve Atkins (MUMFC NPLW Coach), Penny Tanner Hoath and Da…

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Treating your garden to a compost cocktail of cow poo and coffee 53:10

4h ago53:10

53:10

Sab and Amber dig into cow poo, coffee grounds and the reality of Perth's tree canopy crisis. 14:16 - Why isn't cow poo helping my compost? 31:55 - Have your say on Perth's tree canopy situation! 43:39 - What to do with all my leftover coffee grounds? Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask your questions by cal…

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The missing conversation from Fashion Week 16:12

3h ago16:12

16:12

You may have seen that it is currently Fashion Week. It’s an exciting time for Australia’s fashion industry - showcasing the talents of some of the country’s best homegrown designers. But with fashion trends coming and going faster and faster, we're seeing more textiles going into landfill and becoming a problem for the environment, our health and …

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Australia's first war crime prisoner is a whistleblower 13:37

5h ago13:37

13:37

For the first time, someone has been imprisoned in relation to Australia’s alleged war crimes. His name is David McBride. But he didn’t commit those crimes; he was the whistleblower for a 2017 report by the ABC that investigated alleged war crimes committed by Australian forces in Afghanistan. And this week, McBride was sentenced to nearly six year…

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What’s in the federal budget for young people? 15:39

3h ago15:39

15:39

The Government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, had two big decisions to make: what to spend money on, and where to get that money from. In today’s podcast we are going to focus on what it announced for young people. Listen to our episode Why your HECS is changing Hosts: Billi FitzSimons and Zara Seidler Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do…

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Be courageous when pruning your Salvia 25:00

9d ago25:00

25:00

On today's show: 00:28 Salvias will bloom all year round, how to know when to prune - and how much to take off! 04:46 Is your Ponytail plant huge? Can you cut it in half and propagate? 11:02 At what angle should you cut the stems of your Frangipani when taking cuttings? 17:21If your Desert Rose plant has browning leaves, here's how to help. Listen …

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Explaining the ban on live sheep exports 13:25

11d ago13:25

13:25

The Federal Government has announced a plan to ban the export of live sheep from Australia. It comes after an independent panel urged the Government to introduce a ban. In today’s podcast, we’ll discuss what the issue is, how this ban came to be, what the fallout has been. Hosts: Zara Seidler and Sam Koslowski Audio producer: Emmeline Peterson Do y…

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The Government v Social Media 13:25

26d ago13:25

13:25

Algorithms, child abuse, domestic violence, scams, extremist material, mis and disinformation, and the availability of good journalism on social media - these are all areas identified by the government for investigation as part of a new parliamentary committee investigating the influence and impacts of social media on Australian society. In today’s…

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Season 38 Episode 18 1:59:58

1d ago1:59:58

1:59:58

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, May 11, 2024. Join our host this week, Hugh Best, bringing you his slant of the week in football with a handful of familiar football guests from the local community and across Australia. Hayley Roach, The Lost Lioness joins us for a chat about EFL Play offs, the WSL and Matildas…

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What's the best way to boost the health of my soil? 52:58

25d ago52:58

52:58

Sab and Amber discuss soil health, citrus grafting and how much we all love Albany. 15:16 - Can I use dieback-infected trees for mulch? 31:55 - What's the best time for citrus grafting? 43:24 - How can I best prepare my soil for a range of plants? Subscribe to the podcast through the ABC Listen App, Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.…

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The controversial book ban in Sydney 11:30

29d ago11:30

11:30

This week, a Western Sydney Council voted to remove material about same-sex parenting from its library shelves. In the days following the announcement, the NSW Government threatened to reduce its funding for libraries in the area, amid calls to reverse the ban. On today’s podcast, we’ll dive into the headlines you’ve been seeing about the book ban …

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What is happening in Rafah? 12:20

30d ago12:20

12:20

In a major development in the Israel-Hamas war, Israeli forces have entered the southern Gazan city of Rafah, in an operation they say is aimed at destroying Hamas targets. For the 1.4 million people in Rafah, this presents yet another major challenge, with many having nowhere to go. In today’s podcast, we discuss Rafah’s significance in the broade…

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What we know about the friends killed in Mexico 10:03

1M ago10:03

10:03

Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson, and their American friend Jack Carter Rhoad have been confirmed dead in the Mexican state of Baja California, days after their family first raised the alarm that they were believed missing. Police allege they were murdered, possibly because thieves wanted their car tyres. In today’s deep dive, we’ll run…

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Greenhouses offer ideal conditions for banana trees in winter 32:00

29d ago32:00

32:00

On today's show: 00:27 It's citrus season! Transplants, bumper crops, dwarf root stocks and all things oranges. 07:11 What is the best way to grow giant pumpkins? 18:55 Mites on your azaleas? Sab has you covered. 25:34 Does your juvenile banana plant need to be in a greenhouse this winter? Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 10:00AM on ABC R…

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Why your HECS is changing 16:17

1M ago16:17

16:17

The Federal Government has announced it will wipe $3 billion in student debt and offer payments for some students undergoing mandatory placements. These announcements come a week before the Federal Budget and in the wake of recommendations made to the Government about how to reform the sector. On today’s podcast, we’ll explain what the changes to H…

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What's a porn passport? 18:29

1M ago18:29

18:29

Sign up to the TDA Sport newsletter Last week, we learned the federal government will trial age verification measures aimed at blocking children from watching explicit adult content online, as part of a range of measures designed to lower the rate of gender-based violence in Australia. ‘Porn passports’ aren’t a new idea, either here in Australia or…

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Season 38 Episode 17 2:00:42

2d ago2:00:42

2:00:42

The World Football Programme, on 107.9FM Radio Fremantle for Saturday, May 4, 2024. Join Sean Kelly and A League Stats man Peter Szkiela, in the studio this week, with a great line-up of guests. Greg Farrell, Futsal WA There is an awful lot going on in the world of Futsal, Greg has all the news. We will also talk to Greg about his other passion Sub…

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Happy World Naked Gardening Day, and a guide to propagating your fig trees 51:41

10d ago51:41

51:41

Donning strategically placed fig leaves, Sab and Amber celebrate World Naked Gardening Day! 21:30 - What's the best way to propagate my fig trees? 23:18 - How to fill a small verge with trees that attract birds and bees. 37:48 - Tips for fertilising and repotting orchids. Listen to the program live on Saturdays at 9:00AM on ABC Radio Perth and ask …

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Why students are protesting in the U.S. 13:13

1M ago13:13

13:13

Student protests over the Israel-Hamas war have intensified across U.S. college campuses and have now spread to universities here in Australia. Protesters are calling for an immediate ceasefire, and for their universities to ‘divest’ from (stop investing funds in) companies linked to Israel. According to CNN, more than 1,000 students have been arre…

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What is the plan to end men's violence against women? 15:45

1M ago15:45

15:45

The Prime Minister has announced several new measures to combat domestic violence. It comes after new data this week revealed the rate of women killed by a partner in Australia increased by nearly 30% in 2022/23 compared to the previous year. Today on the podcast, we unpack yesterday’s announcement and explain what the Government’s national plan to…

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Pauline Hanson is being sued for hate speech 10:06

1M ago10:06

10:06

This week, a hate speech trial against One Nation Leader Pauline Hanson has begun in the Federal Court. It comes after Hanson was accused of racially discriminating against Greens Deputy Leader Mehreen Faruqi in a social media post from 2022. Hanson and Faruqi have both faced questioning so far in the hearing. On today’s podcast, we’ll explain what…

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Rejuvenate your old potting mix with this simple recipe 21:30

29d ago21:30

21:30

On today's show: 00:33 How to rejuvenate your potting mix 10:14 Thinking about planting some carrots in your garden? Here's a tip on how to make sure they grow. 14:53 Dreaded chilli thrips and your roses. 18:10 If your frangipani tree isn't thriving, it might be your soil. Is transplanting them into a pot the best way? Listen to the program live on…

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Is Australia’s economy still struggling? 18:14

1M ago18:14

18:14

With the federal budget just over two weeks away, the economy is set to come roaring back into focus on your newsfeed. So, we thought we'd get you up to speed well in advance. How are we going with inflation and the cost of living? What should you expect from HECS and HELP debt indexation this year? And what early clues do we have about this year's…

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