Best House Of Deputies News Podcasts (2024)

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Author Jessie Tu follows debut novel success with 'The Honeyeater' 5:29

3h ago5:29

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Author Jessie Tu found a legion of fans with her debut novel A Lonely Girl is a Dangerous Thing. Her second novel The Honeyeater explores complex professional and personal relationships, and the secrets they keep. Featuring: Jessie Tu, authorBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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China's Solar powered energy vehicle - Science and brainteaser with Dr Jonathan Webb 7:36

3h ago7:36

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Scientists in China say they have developed the world's smallest and lightest solar-powered aerial vehicle. It's apparently lighter than a sheet of paper and can fly independently for up to an hour. Guest: Dr Jonathan Webb, ABC Science Editor Brainteaser (answer in the audio): Which word is the odd one out?OVERWEIGHTTENTATIVEFEMININE TELEPHONE For …

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Fixing heating in low-income homes could generate $17b GDP 6:07

3h ago6:07

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The Australian Council of Social Services says $17 billion in Gross Domestic Product could be generated, if low-income houses were upgraded with simple insulation measures, and rooftop solar. ACOSS commissioned a report by Deloitte which shows insulation, draught proofing, curtains, window shades and a shift from electric appliances could save hous…

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Will rare photos overturn logging of Indigenous land in Peru? 8:10

1h ago8:10

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Deep in the rainforests of south-east Peru, the Mashco Piro are believed to be the largest uncontacted tribe on Earth, but they've recently been seen more and more on the banks of a nearby river. Logging concessions have squeezed their territory in the last twenty years, but the images showing dozens of tribe members could help overturn that. So wh…

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Reports of children placed in isolation in QLD watch houses 8:49

1h ago8:49

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The Queensland government is defending its youth justice policies amid accusations from carers and insiders that children are being held in conditions akin to abuse. There are reports that children as young as 14 - including one with the mental capacity of a five year old - are being placed in isolation rooms in the state's police watch houses. It …

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What happened to breached MediSecure data? 8:06

2h ago8:06

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Almost half the country has had their personal and health data stolen by hackers ealier this year from the electronic prescriptions provider MediSecure. That's approximately 12.9 million Australians, it's one of the biggest breaches in Australian history. MediSecure went into voluntary administration in June after the federal government declined to…

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'Reality is setting in' on Joe Biden - Politics with David Speers and Samantha Maiden 10:29

1h ago10:29

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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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Biden expected to withdraw from presidential race 12:40

2h ago12:40

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'What's happening today behind the scenes is chaos and fear among democrats'. Reports today suggest top Democrats now privately believe Joe Biden could drop out of the presidential race as early as this weekend. Barack Obama is the latest Democrat - and arguably the one with the most sway - to question President Biden's political future. Guest: Dou…

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Is the green hydrogen dream over for the Federal Government? 9:28

1h ago9:28

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Green hydrogen has been a frontrunner in Labor's transition promise to make us a hydrogen superpower, with billionaire mining magnate Andrew Forrest committing millions to projects and promoting green hydrogen globally since 2020. But yesterday, Forrest announced a major company restructure and 700 job cuts, which puts a big dent in the promise of …

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WHO wants to halve snake bite casualties 6:01

1h ago6:01

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The World Health Organisation has a mission to halve the number of deaths and disability from snake bites by 2030. A massive 1.8 million people worldwide are bitten by snakes each year. Now a group of scientists including researchers from the University of Sydney have discovered that a century old blood thinning medication could be repurposed as a …

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What's happening with Gaza's pier? 7:44

1h ago7:44

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The Gaza pier built by the United States was never touted as a complete solution to the problems of getting humanitarian aid into Gaza, but now the US has announced its temporary aid pier will wind down operations after being plagued with challenges and bad weather. The military tried to re anchor the pier but was unsuccessful and US officials say …

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'Last month we were particularly strong' - chief economist 6:15

1h ago6:15

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Australia's workforce grew by about 50 thousand jobs last month - most of them full time, but unemployment also rose, to 4.1 percent. And with the next meeting of the Reserve Bank now just over a fortnight away, what does it all mean for interest rates? Guest: Brendan Brendan Rhynne, Chief Economist of KPMG. Producer: Anne Barker…

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Trump to to give first speech since assassination attempt 10:28

1h ago10:28

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Donald Trump is set to close the four-day Republican National Convention later this evening - the first time he'll take the stage since last weekend's attempt on his life. But last night, the star act was his pick for Vice President - 39 year old Ohio Senator J.D Vance - the one time Never-Trumper. In introducing himself to the American public, he …

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* Shane Hernandez, CEO of the Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan 7:31

12m ago7:31

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Meg Tuszynski, Assistant Director of the Bridwell Institute for Economic Freedom 8:31

12m ago8:31

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Nathan Bomey, Business Reporter at Axios, Writer of "Gradually Then Suddenly: The Bankruptcy of Detroit" 9:01

12m ago9:01

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Jim Holcomb, President and CEO of the Michigan Chamber 7:31

12m ago7:31

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Tom Griffore, Senior Wealth Advisor at Great Lakes Wealth 2:51

12m ago2:51

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Ray Scott, Tramore GC & Broadcaster 11:02

12m ago11:02

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Dr. John Wycoff, Founder/CEO of the Wycoff Wellness Center 11:01

12m ago11:01

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Susy Avery, Former Director of Public Affairs for Governor Engler, Former Chair of the Michigan Republican Party 8:31

12m ago8:31

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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* Andy Hetzel, VP of Corporate Communications BCBSM 11:01

12m ago11:01

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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Green Party Deputy Leader Insists Focus Should Be On Measures To Prevent Heat Escaping Homes 6:38

4m ago6:38

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Concern has emerged that some elderly people in Clare have no way of heating their homes, without burning turf.It follows a recommendation from the Climate Change Advisory Council to remove open fires from their homes, in favour of installing heat pumps.As part of the Climate Change Advisory Council’s review of the built environment sector, a recom…

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"Long Overdue" Burren Traffic Management Plan Tipped To Resolve Region's Congestion 5:44

2m ago5:44

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A traffic management plan in the Burren described as "long overdue" has been tipped to resolve the region's congestion issues once and for all.Clare County Council is leading a multi-agency initiative aimed at easing traffic congestion on the R477 coastal road in North Clare.As part of the trial initiative, coach operators and camper van drivers ar…

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Concerns That Without Turf Clare's Elderly Have No Way To Heat Home 12:28

4m ago12:28

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As part of the Climate Change Advisory Council's review of the built environment sector, a reccomendation has been made for houses in Ireland to move towards more sustainable means of heating.The review has also called on the Government to make heat pumps both cheaper and easier for people to install.The habitats directive was brought in by the Eur…

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Clare Auctioneer Says "Bottlenecks" Must Be Eliminated To Boost Rental Housing Stock 4:28

15m ago4:28

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A Clare auctioneer is urging the Government to eliminate various "bottlenecks" in Ireland's construction industry to boost the supply of rental homes.It comes as the Department of Housing's review of the rental sector has identified a "significant" need to incentivise developers to build private rental accommodation in order to meet Housing For All…

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Clare Women In Business Final Panel 33:38

42m ago33:38

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For the final edition of 'Clare Women in Business' this week, we explored the challenges and successes experienced by women in business and leadership roles.Peter O'Connell was joined by Margaret O'Brien, the CEO of Ennis Chamber and Maeve Sheridan of Western Heard Brewery.By Clare FM

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Energising Clare: Episode 6 - Commercial Scale Solar Energy 12:53

41m ago12:53

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It is time for the sixth episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Energising Clare.This new feature will be about educating you, the listener, on renewables.On this week’s episode, Peter O’Connell was joined by JP O’Brien, Head of Solar Project Delivery for Statkraft Ireland to discuss commercial scale solar energy…

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Village Tour: Episode 22 – Ennistymon 42:03

23m ago42:03

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It is time for the twenty second episode of our newest feature on Morning Focus, Village Tour, where Alan Morrissey paid a visit to Enistymon.With the Village Tour, we here at Morning Focus are aiming to highlight the smaller villages and townlands around the county.By doing this, we hope to showcase their unique character, while also bringing thei…

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Ep. 3067: Thursday LIVE starring Michael Patrick Shiels 2:36:58

3h ago2:36:58

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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All-Ireland Final Build-Up From Killanena, Ennis & Scariff 17:11

2h ago17:11

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On Thursday’s Morning Focus, we explored the growing excitement across Clare as the All-Ireland Final approaches.Peter O’Connell was joined by Cyril Conlon in Killanena, Alphie Rodgers in Scariff and Rory Hickey in Ennis.By Clare FM

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Fears Broadford Sewerage Scheme Will Be Abandoned If Not Progressed Before Election 3:52

1h ago3:52

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It's feared a long-awaited plan for an East Clare sewerage scheme will be abandoned if it isn't progressed before the General Election. Applications for connecting the unsewered settlements of Broadford and Cooraclare to wastewater infrastructure were approved last December but much frustration has been expressed since due to a perceived lack of pr…

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Clare TD Calls For Protections Against Mould In Rental Housing 9:50

1h ago9:50

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A Clare Oireachtas member is calling for protections against mould in rental accommodation to be enshrined in law. A recent survey conducted by Trinity College Dublin found that just under 50% of Irish people have experienced a problem with mould in their homes. Under the Housing Standards for Rented Houses Regulations 2019, landlords must ensure t…

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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch Speaking With Clare's Tony Kelly Ahead Of The All Ireland SHC Final 7:40

18m ago7:40

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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch Speaking With Clare's Tony Kelly Ahead Of The All Ireland SHC FinalBy Clare FM

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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch Speaking With Cork Manager Pat Ryan Ahead Of All Ireland SHC Final 4:29

18m ago4:29

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Clare FM's Derrick Lynch Speaking With Cork Manager Pat Ryan Ahead Of All Ireland SHC FinalBy Clare FM

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A strange novel to the more traditional style - Books with Claire Nichols 6:46

3h ago6:46

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What's the strangest book you've ever read? Well for Claire Nichols, one of her recommendations this week fits the bill. The host of The Book Show joins Patricia Karvelas to discuss Only the Astronauts by Ceridwen Dovey and Exhibit by R.O Kwon. Guest: Claire Nichols, host of The Book ShowBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Elon Musk reportedly pledges monthly Trump campaign donations of US$45 million 8:02

1h ago8:02

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Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has now publicly endorsed Trump's presidential re-election bid with a reported commitment of US$45 million dollars a month. Guest: Ryan Mac, NY Times Technology Reporter and author of 'Character Limit: How Elon Musk Destroyed Twitter'By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Biden faces renewed calls to step aside as democratic Presidential nominee 6:33

1h ago6:33

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Congressman Adam Schiff is the latest democrat to add his voice to Biden's critics, but the President has indicated he will only drop out of the race if medically necessary.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"I will do what's necessary": ACTU's Sally McManus on CFMEU 13:13

1h ago13:13

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The ACTU executive has suspended the CFMEU after days of criminal allegations and infiltration of the construction union by criminal gangs have been aired.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Ep. 3066: Wednesday LIVE starring Michael Patrick Shiels 2:36:09

13h ago2:36:09

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By Michael Patrick Shiels

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Coalition calls for CFMEU to be deregistered 7:27

2h ago7:27

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CFMEU branches will be placed under administration while the construction union has been suspended from the ACTU, following shocking allegations of criminal misbehaviour.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Australian insect farmers are keen to cash in on Singapore's decision to approve 16 insects for human consumption 7:14

34m ago7:14

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Restaurants in Singapore are already drafting new menus that could include dishes with grasshoppers, locusts, silkworm, moths and the European honey bee.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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King Charles officially opens the new British parliament 8:07

1h ago8:07

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King Charles has officially opened the British parliament, in a ceremonial tradition that goes back to at least the 15th century.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Uncontacted Amazonian Mashco Piro tribe sighted on beach under threat from loggers 8:27

1h ago8:27

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Remarkable images of a reclusive Indigenous tribe in the remote Peruvian Amazon have been released showing dozens of the Mashco Piro people gathering on the banks of a river just 50 kilometres from where logging companies hold concessions.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Trump praised by rivals as Republicans stress unity 8:46

1h ago8:46

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A roster of Donald Trump's former party rivals - from Nikki Haley to Ron DeSantis - took to the stage last night to endorse the former President's bid for the White House.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation