Best Close Talking A Poetry Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Quandamooka Festival celebrates weaving and whale watching 7:14

3h ago7:14

7:14

The Quandamooka Festival celebrates country and culture and is an arts festival like no other. After a two year break it returns to Queensland's Stradbroke Island, and includes drive in movies, basket weaving and humpback whales sightings. Guest: Avril Quaill, Creative Director, Quandamooka FestivalBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Donald Trump faces revised indictment charges 8:30

2h ago8:30

8:30

48-hours after Donald Trump survived an assassination attempt - indictment charges against the former president were dismissed. But the former President has not fully dodged criminal charges - today they have been reinstated by the same special counsel Jack Smith who vowed to appeal that ruling. Guest: Scott Jennings, CNN political commentator and …

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Does accounting need an industry glow-up? 4:24

2h ago4:24

4:24

Nearly half of accountants and bookkeepers surveyed in new research believe their profession suffers from a negative image, with 80% stating that it is seen as boring. Guest: Gavan Ord, Senior Manager Business and Investment Policy, CPA AustraliaBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Illegal fishing in Australia surges: ABF 6:53

2h ago6:53

6:53

Debate over the protection of Australia's waters has re-ignited this week after another illegal fishing boat from Indonesia was spotted off W-A's Kimberly coast on the weekend. Australian Border Force says there's been a surge of illegal fishing boats in Australian waters coming from Indonesia, and Traditional Owners and tourism operators in WA's f…

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'Flabbergasted': MPs urge LGBT census decision reversal 9:10

1h ago9:10

9:10

Some LGBTIQ+ lobby groups say the Prime Minister should be banned from marching in the Mardi Gras, after it was confirmed the next census won't include questions on sexuality and gender. Independent MP Allegra Spender says the decision to exclude the questions is "inexplicable" and says from a public policy decision perspective its important to cap…

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'Power play': Greens appeal to disaffected union members - Politics with David Crowe 7:15

2h ago7:15

7:15

The CFMEU and tens of thousands of people have tried to send the Government a message amid protests, can the Albanese Government afford to have tradies turn on them? The Federal Government has announced international student caps, the larger universities are furious - but will this be passed?The chief political correspondent for The Sydney Morning …

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'Disappointment': Uni sector slams student caps 7:40

2h ago7:40

7:40

The Education Minister has announced a cap on the number of international students able to start study at Australian universities and vocational training providers next year. But the University sector has widely panned the decision. Group of 8 CEO Vicki Thompson told RN Breakfast there are fears international students will "vote with their feet" an…

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'Disturbing': Minister condemns imagery at CFMEU protests 14:32

2h ago14:32

14:32

The embattled Construction Forestry Mining and Energy Union still appears to still have plenty of supporters.50,000 workers in Melbourne and thousands more in other capitals, downed tools in protest yesterday to march against the federal government's decision to place the CFMEU into administration. Minister Murray Watt told RN Breakfast he was "pre…

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Children account for nearly 80% of mpox deaths 8:57

1h ago8:57

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The deadly new variant of mpox - Clade Ib - has been detected in four of the African countries affected by the virus. As vaccine preparedness ramps up, children under 15 are worst affected by the virus, and account for 77 per cent of mpox deaths. Guest: Chris Maher, UNICEF Australia's Senior Vaccine Advisor…

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Does the Telegram CEO arrest set a precedent? 7:15

1h ago7:15

7:15

Should the owners of social media or messaging apps be held accountable for what's posted on them by other people? That's what French authorities are claiming, after arresting the CEO of messaging service Telegram, accusing the platform of failing to counter its use by criminals.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Early spring is messing with birds and blooms 5:41

1h ago5:41

5:41

Spring is in the air with warmer weather sweeping across the country, but the early end to winter is not welcome news to flora and fauna. The early blooming of flowers is impacting the activity of bird life and might lead to long term changes in how our commercial horticulture sector operates. Guest: Associate Professor Rachael Gallagher, Western S…

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Political paralysis in Paris as Macron seeks new PM 7:10

43m ago7:10

7:10

French President Macron has held protracted talks on forming a new government, after elections in July gave a left-wing alliance the most seats in parliament - but not enough to govern. And as the deadline for a draft 2025 budget looms, no-one can agree who should be the country's new Prime Minister. Guest: Matthew Dalton, Wall Street Journal - Par…

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UNRWA continues Gaza operations, amid evacuation orders 9:53

1h ago9:53

9:53

The UN's Palestinian refugee agency - UNRWA - has moved to clarify that its services in Gaza continue, despite increasing numbers of evacuation orders. Among those services are a crucial polio inoculation program, which is needed to contain the disease threatening to run rampant through the region. Guest: Sam Rose, Senior Deputy Field Director with…

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Debut author juggles medical career and writing 7:44

1h ago7:44

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By day, Jumaana Abdu works as a medical doctor in Sydney, and she squeezes in writing whenever she gets the chance. Since finding her passion for words in her teenage years, the Dal Stivens Award winner is releasing her debut novel Translations. Guest: Jumaana Abdu, authorBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Chief Scientist to lead expert panel on methane emissions 6:35

2h ago6:35

6:35

The Albanese Government has appointed Australia's Chief Scientist Dr Cathy Foley to lead an expert panel to ensure reporting for methane and other greenhouse gases is accurate and transparent. This follows the release of the government's response to the recommendations of the 2023 review of the National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting scheme, which…

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Gambling victim talks of losing life savings 12:26

39m ago12:26

12:26

A gambling victim has told of how he lost more than $600,000 in his life savings to gambling. "John" gave evidence to the parliamentary inquiry into gambling, which handed down its report and recommendations last year. Guest: "John" - gambling victim Producer: Steve CannaneBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Climate and unrest on Pacific Island Forum agenda 7:02

2h ago7:02

7:02

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in Tonga for the Pacific Islands Forum. Leaders will be joined by UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres in a push to highlight the threat low-lying Pacific nations face from climate change. And to underline this pivotal time in the region's history, the presence of both Beijing and Washington will be keenly felt a…

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Push for more data on men who perpetrate violence 6:08

2h ago6:08

6:08

A new paper has shown that we don't know enough about men who perpetrate violence. The Jesuit Social Services' recent Man Box 2024 report found almost one-in-three men aged 18 to 30 self-report the use of extreme physical or sexual violence against an intimate partner. But more fleshed out data is still lacking in the space. Guest: Matt Tyler, Exec…

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Two blockbuster series return to TV screens - TV with Wenlei Ma 5:00

2h ago5:00

5:00

Only Murders in the Building returns this week with its fourth season and with an even more star-studded cast than before. This season, the true crime podcasters who investigate too-frequent killings in their New York apartment complex are being wooed by Hollywood, who want to make a movie about them Guest: Wenlei Ma, culture editor, The Nightly RE…

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CFMEU protests expected nationwide 8:44

1h ago8:44

8:44

Thousands are expected to rally in major cities in response to the federal government's decision to force the embattled CFMEU's construction branch into administration. Guest: Denita Wawn, CEO Master Builders AssociationBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Renewed push for an independent investigation into aid worker deaths - Politics with Karen Middleton 5:11

2h ago5:11

5:11

Greens Deputy Leader Mehreen Faruqi has called for an independent investigation into the death of Zomi Frankcom - are we likely to see any further progress on this? And does the new aviation white paper go far enough to reform the industry? Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developm…

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Greens call for accountability in Gaza aid worker deaths 9:13

24h ago9:13

9:13

The brother of Zomi Frankcom - the Australian aid worker killed in an air strike in Gaza - has called for those responsible to be prosecuted by Israeli authorities. Greens Senator and Deputy Leader Mehreen Faruqi says an independent investigation is needed, and has called on the Australian Government to "make sure this happens." Guest:Mehreen Faruq…

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Do aviation reforms go far enough? 7:15

1h ago7:15

7:15

Australia's domestic aviation sector is in crisis, but the Federal Government is hoping a new review might address what are substantial issues faced daily by the flying public. Guest:Lea Vesic Director of the Aviation Academy at RMITBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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The link between gambling and crime 8:38

1h ago8:38

8:38

A landmark study into gambling has found the more Australians spend on poker machines, the higher the crime rate. Researchers found that even a 10 per cent increase in gambling expenditure in NSW resulted in an additional 4500 assaults, almost 3000 more home break-ins, and 1300 extra break and enter offences.…

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'Heartbroken': Taliban ban sound of women's voices 7:36

1h ago7:36

7:36

The Taliban has introduced a new set of so-called "vice and virtue laws" in Afghanistan, that include a ban on women's voices and bare faces in public. Under the new rules women cannot interact with a man unless they are related to them. They are forbidden from singing or reading in public, and must have their faces covered at all times. Guest: Mar…

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Oasis tease reunion 8:21

1h ago8:21

8:21

For years Oasis fans had hoped that brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher would stop looking back in anger, stop feuding and reunite. The brothers from Manchester took the world by storm in the 90s with their band Oasis, which released its debut album Definitely Maybe 30 years ago this week. And now they are reportedly reuniting for a tour in 2025. Gues…

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Russia launches massive strike on Ukraine 7:51

1d ago7:51

7:51

Russia has launched a massive wave of attacks across Ukraine, killing at least six people and wiping out some power and water supplies. More than half the country's regions came under attack in Russia's largest aerial assault on Ukraine since December last year. It comes almost a month since Ukrainian special forces launched an incursion in the Kur…

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Bibliocracy Radio: Mary Jones on the Goodbye Process 29:38

3h ago29:38

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My guest this week is short story writer Mary Jones. She has written and published dozens of short stories for many years, earning acclaim, and establishing a reputation, all of which is affirmed in her debut collection, 28 short stories, titled The Goodbye Process. The short and short-short stories offered in The Goodbye Process are dark, funny, m…

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Torres Strait Island Musical to make World Debut 6:32

3d ago6:32

6:32

The true story of how railway workers from Torres Strait smashed a world record in outback Western Australia has been made into a musical. Straight from the Strait is a uniquely Australian story that highlights the rich Torres Strait Island culture and gets it's premiere in Queensland this week. Guest: Marcus Corowa, Performer…

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Aussie living in Israel speaks amid escalation 7:26

1h ago7:26

7:26

For many people living in the region where Israel and Hezbollah have been firing rockets each other, the threat of attack has been an ever-present danger.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Safety questions over Ozempic - Health with Dr Norman Swan 7:29

1h ago7:29

7:29

There is growing research raising safety questions about popular weight loss drugs - in particular semaglutide - the brand names are Ozempic and Wegovy. A study published last week reported on whether those who take semaglutide are more likely to report having suicidal thoughts.It continues a see-saw, tug-of-war over scientific evidence about the r…

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Remembering Steve Davislim and celebrating Leonard Bernstein - Music with Russell Torrance 6:49

1d ago6:49

6:49

ABC Classic is remembering esteemed Australian tenor Steve Davislim, who died a couple of weeks ago. And it's 50-years since Leonard Bernstein visited Australia. The incredibly famous conductor and was the subject of a film with Bradley Cooper last year - and ABC Classic is commemorating the anniversary. Guest: Russell Torrance, ABC Classic Morning…

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Ukraine celebrates independence day 7:31

1h ago7:31

7:31

Ukraine celebrated 33 years of independence from Russia over the weekend, as its troops continue to hold ground in the Kursk region inside Russia. It also came as the two countries exchanged 230 prisoners of war from both sides of the conflict. Guest:Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ukraine's Ambassador to Australia…

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NT election: CLP claim landslide victory 8:34

1d ago8:34

8:34

The Northern Territory election saw the Country Liberal Party claim a landslide victory, ousting the Labor Government. It was a disastorous result for Labor, who had held government for eight-years, but had struggled with integrity and transparency issues. Guest:Christopher Walsh, Editor, NT Independent News…

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AFL, golf, rugby and Paralympic news - Sport with Warwick Hadfield 5:47

18m ago5:47

5:47

In rugby league, Cronulla-Sutherland on the rise in both the men's and women's competition. In Paralympic news, the flame is lit and on the way to Paris. While in the AFL, after a tantalising final home and away round, the top eight is settled with Carlton just sneaking in. Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the lat…

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NT election results and new aviation strategy - Politics with Michelle Grattan 4:45

18m ago4:45

4:45

What do the NT election results over the weekend mean for the Federal Government? And the Albanese Government will release its long term strategy for aviation later today - outlining changes it wants to see to 2050. What can we expect?The Chief Political Correspondent for The Conversation Michelle Grattan joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest de…

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Scamwatch urges Aussies to speak up about scams 9:00

1h ago9:00

9:00

Each year, hundreds of thousands of Australians fall prey to financial scams. Chances are if you haven't been scammed, you know someone who has. This Scams Awareness Week the National Anti-Scam centre is encouraging Australians to speak up about the scams you have fallen prey to in the hopes that sharing your story could save someone else. Guest: C…

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How gambling ad bans work internationally 10:05

43m ago10:05

10:05

As the Albanese government weighs up what kind of legislation it wants to bring in to reduce the harms from online betting it's been consulting with "stakeholders" including the betting industry, the media companies, and sporting codes. But what does the data say about how gambling advertising bans have worked internationally? Guest:Stein Langberge…

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'Devastating': Census won't capture LGBTQI+ data 8:36

1h ago8:36

8:36

After decades of working groups and consultations, questions on sexual orientation, gender identity and intersex characteristics will not feature in the 2026 Census. LGBTIQ+ Health Australia worked with the Bureau of Statistics for years pushing for this change, CEO Nicky Bath says the organisation was surprised to hear the "devastating news." Gues…

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Visa exploitation and the deficiencies of the system - Analysis with Adele Ferguson 6:07

40m ago6:07

6:07

For more than two years a restaurant owner in Adelaide carried out wage theft and threatened a sponsored worker from India with visa cancellation and deportation if they didn't comply with their orders. The case has also exposed weaknesses in the visa system more broadly, particularly for workers aged 45 or older. Guest: Adele Ferguson, ABC Investi…

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Myanmar Rohingya community face renewed violence 8:45

1d ago8:45

8:45

Seven years after Myanmar's military carried out a campaign of ethnic cleansing, the remaining Muslim Rohingya population is facing another wave of violence. Human rights groups say more than 600,000 Rohingya remain in Myanmar - most in Rakhine state - but in recent weeks hundreds have been killed after drone strikes and shelling of civilians. Gues…

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Has RFK Jr handed Trump victory? 8:44

2d ago8:44

8:44

Robert F Kennedy has suspended his Presidential campaign, and endorsed Donald Trump. It could swing voters behind the Republican Presidential Candidate, but how influential are third party candidates in the US elections? Guest: Merrill Matthews, Institute for Policy InnovationBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Israel and Hezbollah tensions escalate amid strikes 7:53

1h ago7:53

7:53

Israel launched pre-emptive air strikes on sites in Lebanon yesterday, while Hezbollah said it had fired hundreds of rockets and drones to Israel to avenge the killing of one of its top commanders last month. Amid the escalation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned "it's not the end of the story", while Hezbollah's leader Hassan Na…

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Reconnection ripples through Nicole Smede's poetry 6:54

4d ago6:54

6:54

August is Poetry Month with celebrations and workshops happening right across Australia, including the 'Contains Strong Language' performance festival and the National Poetry Gala showcase. So to shine a light on verse in all its forms, RN Breakfast brings you a brand new poem every Friday, commissioned by Red Room Poetry. Featuring: Nicole Smede…

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India's moon mission uncovers surface mystery - Science and brainteaser with Dr Jonathan Webb 7:09

1h ago7:09

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Plus today's brainteaser (answer in the audio): I have a closed jar with a butterfly inside, sitting on a set of scales. If the butterfly takes off and flies around inside, does the jar get lighter, heavier or stay the same?By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What could be the retaliation after a Hamas official was killed on Iran soil? 7:28

1h ago7:28

7:28

In the weeks following the assassination of a Hamas official on Iran soil the world has been bracing to see how and when Iran will hit back at Israel, believed to be behind the killing. In recent days Iran has changed its messaging about a future attack, but experts fear the ramifications from Iran's retribution. Featuring: Benham Ben Taleblu,…

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NT voters head to the polls in a close election 4:32

1h ago4:32

4:32

Northern Territory voters will head to the polls at the weekend. Polling has been limited, with some pundits suggesting the result could be tight. Featuring: Mililma May, Independent candidate for NightcliffBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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David Anderson on his departure from the ABC 18:26

2h ago18:26

18:26

The ABC's managing director David Anderson shocked staff yesterday by resigning just one year into his second five-year term. He has been at the national broadcaster for more than 30 years, but will stay on potentially until April until a replacement is found. Featuring: David AndersonBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Rare week of parliamentary cooperation - Politics with David Speers and Samantha Maiden 10:33

3h ago10:33

10:33

Political Editor for news.com.au Samantha Maiden and ABC Political lead and host of Insiders on ABC TV David Speers join RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics. Guest: David Speers, Samantha MaidenBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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NDIS bill "betrayal" of disabled people: Jordan Steele-John 13:35

2h ago13:35

13:35

The federal government secured the support of the states and territories for their overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, ending a prolonged stalemate. Advocates were calling on Labor to pause the Bill's progression, to ensure the core principles of the scheme weren't undermined.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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