Best Ma Generation Podcasts (2024)

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#352 - Marl, A Digital Bum Examination and Taking 2 Weeks Off Jalapeños 56:25

1h ago56:25

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John’s world has been rocked from beneath him. Our hero's fears have piled up, and a trip to the medical room - hopefully containing one of London’s timidest doctors - is needed. Join us for a deep dive into the underworld. In lighter news, dads are still up to their mad tricks, a childhood liar descends into the sewers, and John ponders how many c…

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Red Stitch Targets - Intergalactic Falling Steel Match 1:14:14

3h ago1:14:14

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In this episode of Bullets n Bourbon, hosts Matt Gundlach and Frank Gao are joined by Darin Morrel, owner of Red Stitch Targets and Match Director for the upcoming Intergalactic Falling Steel Championship at Shadow Hawk Defense. Darin shares his background, including his service in the Marine Corps, and discusses his journey into the steel target b…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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Ryan Gonzalez returns as Usnavi for Sydney Opera House's 'In the Heights' 5:34

2h ago5:34

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Ryan Gonzalez never thought they'd make it as an actor, but when a lead and an understudy fell ill, they stepped up to the plate. Now, Ryan Gonzalez is returning to the character of Usnavi for In the Heights, which is taking on the Sydney Opera House stage.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Birth Trauma Awareness Week: Thousands of women call for changes to Australian system 16:47

1h ago16:47

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After widespread consultation, a Select Committee on Birth Trauma has now made 43 recommendations, including the need for continuity of care for patients, informed consent and a greater focus on respectful and compassionate care instead of a "one-size-fits-all" approach.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Domestic violence experts criticise NRL for partnership with DrinkWise 8:47

1h ago8:47

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The NRL has partnered with DrinkWise, an organisation linked to the alcohol industry, sparking criticism from domestic violence experts and alcohol harm reduction advocates.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Former IDF spokesperson visits Australia 11:11

1h ago11:11

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More than nine months on from the Hamas-led October 7 attack, ceasefire talks are dragging on as Israel continues to pound gaza with a fresh wave of bombings. As the death toll in the territory has soared and international criticism increased, Israel has battled to maintain its relationship with previously supportive countries like Australia.…

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Ten years since the downing of MH17 and CFMEU woes continue - Politics with David Crowe 3:30

1h ago3:30

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The chief political correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age David Crowe joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"I should have done more than shirtfront him": Tony Abbott on Putin following the shooting down of MH17 14:52

36m ago14:52

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Today marks 10 years since a plane carrying almost 300 people was shot down over eastern Ukraine, scattering debris over the contested territory, and provoking an outcry for justice that still echoes today. 38 of those killed were Australians and Prime Minister Tony Abbott soon found himself in a war of words with Russian leader Vladimir Putin as h…

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Options for the CFMEU: Administration vs Deregistering 5:02

1h ago5:02

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The federal government could seek to put the Victorian - and possibly other branches - of the CFMEU into administration. But there have also been calls for the union to be deregistered.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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A decade on from the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17, families of victims are still waiting for answers 8:43

1h ago8:43

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Ten years on from the deaths of 300 people aboard Malaysian Airlines flight MH17, grieving families feel they have been left behind.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Allan Fels says Sydney needs to sort out toll prices 8:32

22h ago8:32

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In a new report, former competition watchdog chairman Professor Allan Fels has recommended new laws be rolled out immediately to sort out Sydney's current patchwork of toll roads, and that a NSW motorways agency be established so the government can set fair prices and make revenue adjustments.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Victoria the T-Rex roaring new life into paleontology in Melbourne 5:35

1h ago5:35

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Cy is a seven year old dinosaur mega-fan, who's fascination of dinosaurs is entrancing even his own parents. He's helped RN Breakfast's Joe Sullivan examine the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton in the world, which has just gone on display at the Melbourne Museum, wowing visitors both young and the young at heart.…

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Calls for the Wallaroos to turn professional ahead of their game against Ireland - Sport with Warwick Hadfield 7:18

1d ago7:18

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Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Trump makes first public appearance since assassination attempt at Republican Convention 8:31

2h ago8:31

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Donald Trump has made his first public appearance since an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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#351 - Six Figure Per Month Thickos, The Cymru Connection and Let Him Do His Cow 1:02:42

29m ago1:02:42

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In today’s show ********************** ************** *************** ************ **************. The previous paragraph was censored by Producer Dave for being too balanced. In uncensored information Elis James' Welsh knowledge is put to the test, unique vocal chops are showcased, and there’s a corker of a Shame. The place to go for all that corr…

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Swords and sandals dominate big and small screens- TV with Wenlei Ma 5:27

1h ago5:27

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Guest: Wenlei Ma, culture editor, The Nightly RECOMMENDATIONS/MENTIONS: Those About to Die, Gladiator II, Lady in the LakeBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"We welcome people taking part": Greens MP Samantha Ratnam on emergence of Muslim Vote 10:44

2h ago10:44

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The emergence of the Muslim Vote will shape several key seats at the next federal election.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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"Half-hearted at best": John Pesutto slams ALP on handling of CFMEU allegations 7:00

1h ago7:00

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Victoria's Premier Jacinta Allan has vowed to crack down on the behaviour of the CFMEU - over allegations of serious criminal infiltration on major building sites across Victoria and three other states.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Inside MAGA with Trump's former deputy press secretary 8:38

4h ago8:38

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President Biden said the nation needed to "lower the temperature in our politics" - speaking out against the attempted assassination of his predecessor.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Should the Labor Party cut off donations from the CFMEU? - Politics with Karen Middleton 5:34

1h ago5:34

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Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments in federal politics.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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CFMEU under pressure over criminal allegations 15:48

2h ago15:48

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Serious and criminal allegations against the construction union have created shock waves across the country causing one of its state secretaries to step aside and forced the Victorian branch into administration.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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CFMEU accused of "thuggery" and "rotten culture" by Victorian Premier 7:56

1h ago7:56

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Yesterday, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan asked Labor's National Executive to immediately suspend the CFMEU's construction division from the Victorian Labor Party, and referred allegations of serious misconduct to Victoria Police and the Independent Broad-based Anti-Corruption Commission.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Trump announces J D Vance as Vice President pick 8:13

1h ago8:13

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As Republicans gather in Milkwaukee for this year's Republican National Convention, Donald Trump has confirmed his running mate for November's election.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Australian makes baseball history as number one draft pick - Sport with Warwick Hadfield 4:21

4h ago4:21

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Sports commentator and RN Breakfast legend, Warwick Hadfield brings the latest news from the world of sport.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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After a doctor developed malaria she started work on a cure 6:32

1h ago6:32

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When Mehreen Datoo was a student working in Africa she became seriously ill with malaria.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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RNC kicks off two days after attempt on Trump's life 10:24

1h ago10:24

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The Republican National Convention is about to kick off in Milwaukee - just two days after former President Donald Trump survived an attempt on his life.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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