Best Storie Di Business Podcasts (2024)

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'Anybody, anywhere, anytime': The Tattooist of Auschwitz author on listening 4:47

2h ago4:47

4:47

It was the art of listening that turned Heather Morris' friendship with Lale Sokolov into an international bestselling novel and television miniseries. The author joins RN Breakfast to share the story behind 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz' ahead of her upcoming appearance at the 20th International Conference on Thinking in Melbourne. Guest: Heather Mo…

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A new idea to tackle AI hallucinations - Science and brainteaser with Dr Jonathan Webb 5:10

2h ago5:10

5:10

AI-hallucinations, like a case last month when Google's AI summaries suggested cats had visited the moon, are a serious issue for the rapidly expanding technology. Now researchers from Oxford University have outlined a system for flagging unreliable or inaccurate text generated by large language models. So, how does it work? Guest: Dr Jonathan Webb…

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Bret Stephens on why the Israeli perspective is different to the West 8:39

5h ago8:39

8:39

The conflict between Hamas and Israel has polarised the left and right in countries across the world, more than any other issue in recent times. Against that backdrop, the New York Times columnist and prominent defender of Israel, Bret Stephens is in the country to give a talk hosted by the Centre for Independent Studies. He joined RN Breakfast to …

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'History is messy': Stuff the British Stole returns 7:03

1h ago7:03

7:03

The award-winning series Stuff the British Stole is back with a blockbuster second season, filmed across 11 different countries, from Kenya to Canada, Ireland to the Amazon. Presenter Marc Fennell told RN Breakfast he's "always looking for the grey areas" when choosing what stories to tell. He says there's a moral quandary at the heart of every epi…

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Switkowski supports Coalition's nuclear plan 8:41

1h ago8:41

8:41

Former Telstra boss and nuclear physicist Ziggy Switkowski has given his backing to the Coalition's plans to build seven nuclear power plants across Australia. Switkowski once advised the Howard government on nuclear issues - and has dismissed concerns about the high cost of building small reactors, because of their longterm value as a source of re…

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ABC Chair pushes for a funding boost, urges renewal 13:28

1h ago13:28

13:28

The ABC's new Chair, Kim Williams has begun a campaign to lobby Canberra for extra government funding, outlining his vision for the national broadcaster to be a "national campfire" that brings Australians together.He told RN Breakfast "democracy is fraying at the edges", and has urged a "much more vigorous style of engagement in fact-based exchange…

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How is the Coalition's nuclear policy being received? - Politics with David Speers and Samantha Maiden 7:52

1h ago7:52

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The Coalition unveiled the seven sites of their nuclear proposal this week, but crucially as we know there's no dollar figure attached. How's it been received by voters - and in particular the communities that could be directly impacted?Political Editor for news.com.au Samantha Maiden and ABC Political lead and host of Insiders on ABC TV David Spee…

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China defence dialogue to 'deepen understanding': Marles 15:52

1h ago15:52

15:52

A key take-away from the Chinese Premier's visit to Australia was an agreement to better military relations between the two nations, in order to avoid incidents Defence Minister Richard Marles told RN Breakfast that while the defence dialogue doesn't resolve "fundamental" issues, it does "deepen" the understanding between the two nations - allowing…

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NSW puts billions into public housing 7:08

39m ago7:08

7:08

The New South Wales government says it's making a once in a generation intervention to turn the affordability crisis around. It plans to spend more than six billion dollars, much of that on new public housing.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Housing crisis: Heritage vs YIMBY 7:42

1h ago7:42

7:42

As governments around the country set new housing targets, experts say disputes over heritage listings are on the rise. Those battles are spilling out beyond the inner-city and spreading to the fringe of Australia's most expensive city.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Gazans need an 'alternate political vision': fmr US Gaza aid envoy

1h ago

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Ambassador David Satterfield, President Biden's Gaza aid envoy told RN Breakfast that when the war in Gaza comes to a close it must confront Hamas, and present the people of Gaza "an alternate political vision".Otherwise he warns there "is no real day after" for the region, rather a "very dim, very threatening prospect" of chaos in Gaza, or a retur…

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UK election: Tory betting scandal deepens 6:51

1h ago6:51

6:51

Rishi Sunak could be the first UK Prime Minister to lose his seat at a general election in more than 100 years, according to a new poll. It comes as a new scandal has erupted, with a second Tory candidate under investigation for allegedly betting on the date of the next election before it was announced. Guest: Jon Sopel, UK journalist and host of T…

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Australian among hundreds dead in Hajj pilgrimage 11:49

1h ago11:49

11:49

The death toll from extreme heat among Muslim pilgrims to Mecca in Saudi Arabia continues to rise - with many hundreds dead and dozens more missing. The ABC has been told at least one Australian has died in the heat - funeral prayers have been read for the man, though he hasn't been identified. Guest: Yayha Adel Ibrahim is a Muslim Chaplain at Curt…

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'Mad As Hell' actor directs his first play 6:57

13h ago6:57

6:57

For close to a decade Francis Greenslade's characters on Shaun Micallef's Mad As Hell were a staple on our TV screens. Now, tthe actor has turned playwright and director and is about to showcase his first original work, 'The Platypus' in Melbourne. Guest:Francis Greenslade, Playwright and Director, The Platypus…

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Guy Pearce stars in 'The Convert' and Danish film 'The Promised Land' - Film with Jason di Rosso 6:39

13h ago6:39

6:39

This week in cinemas Guy Pearce is a preacher in 1830s New Zealand who finds himself caught between warring Maori tribes in 'The Convert'. Also out this week is a Danish film 'The Promised Land', which The Screen Show's Jason di Rosso highly recommends.RN film critic and host of The Screen Show Jason Di Rosso joins RN Breakfast to discuss the lates…

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Walking shown to prevent recurrence of low back pain 6:13

14h ago6:13

6:13

4 million Australians have low back pain and many can experience several episodes a year. A clinical trial by Macquarie University's Spinal Pain Research Group has found that walking can significantly reduce back pain recurring. Guest: Professor Mark Hancock, Professor of Physiotherapy at Macquarie University…

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A new novel from the author of Crazy Rich Asians - Books with Claire Nichols 4:57

14h ago4:57

4:57

If you're in the mood for a fancy wedding in Marrakesh and digging into the lives of the ultra-rich, you'll love the new novel by Kevin Kwan - author of Crazy Rich Asians. And if you want to take a tour of a Chinese ghost city, the new novel by Australian author Siang Lu might be more your pace. Guest: Claire Nichols, host of The Book Show RECOMMEN…

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How do Australians feel about nuclear energy? 7:53

14h ago7:53

7:53

Focus-group polling of Conservative leaning voters in Gippsland, found health and safety were key concerns that the Coalition will have to address if they want to sell the policy. So, what more will the Coalition need to do to win a mandate on its nuclear poilicy? Guest:Tony Barry is a director at the RedBridge Group and a former deputy state direc…

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'Huge political risk': Coalition unveils nuclear policy - Politics with Charles Croucher 5:02

14h ago5:02

5:02

There's been a nuclear reaction to the Opposition's policy announcement yesterday, but Charles Croucher says "more detail' on the ins and outs of the policy is needed. The Chief Political Editor for 9News says the move is politically risky - but "maybe this is the unusual step" the Coalition and Opposition leader Peter Dutton had to take, in order …

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Sport with Warwick Hadfield 6:59

24h ago6:59

6:59

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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'Economic catastrophe': PM slams Opposition's nuclear policy 8:14

14h ago8:14

8:14

The Prime Minister has been quick to label the Opposition's nuclear policy as a "fantasy", stating that markets won't fund it because it's over 15-years away. But it comes as the Government's transition to renewables is taking longer and costing more the many Australians anticipated. The Prime Minister told RN Breakfast renewables - with firming ca…

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Coalition nuclear costings to be unveiled 'before election': Taylor 15:54

15h ago15:54

15:54

There's been a huge national response to the Coalition's nuclear policy choosing seven locations across the country, with a promise to build the first reactor between 2035 and 2037. But they've so far refused to reveal how much it will cost, only that taxpayers will be footing the bill. Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor told RN Breakfast the price-tag …

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Penny Wong on strengthening Pacific security ties 9:58

15h ago9:58

9:58

Foreign Minister Penny Wong is leading a delegation of seven ministers to PNG for the annual ministerial talks - announcing new initiatives to strengthen the country's internal security. It follows the Chinese Premier's visit to Australia, where better military to military communication was agreed on. Penny Wong joined RN Breakfast to discuss. Gues…

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Where are groceries the cheapest? 3:41

16h ago3:41

3:41

The first Government funded report into supermarket prices around the country has been released today. Consumer group Choice bought the same 14 grocery items at 87 different supermarkets nationwide to find where the cheapest prices and and which regions are paying the most. Guest: Ashley de Silva, CEO, Choice…

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Finding positive masculine role-models for young men 10:28

15h ago10:28

10:28

New eSafety research has revealed young men are struggling to understand what manhood means in a rapidly changing world. It found a small number of harmful voices are dominating online conversations about masculinity. So, where can young men find positive role models to guide them? Guest: Scott Watters, Chief Executive of Lifechanger, a former AFL …

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The impact of dementia on finances 5:50

16h ago5:50

5:50

A new US study has discovered evidence that people who develop dementia suddenly lose the ability to manage their finances - often years before their diagnosis. Medical experts and economists - including from the Federal Reserve Bank in New York - have pored over the credit records of millions of dementia sufferers for the study. Guest:Dr Carole Ro…

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Putin signs defence pact with North Korea 8:59

16h ago8:59

8:59

Russian President Vladimir Putin has travelled to North Korea, where he signed a mutual defence agreement with its leader Kim Jong Un. It's Putin's first visit to North Korea in almost quarter of a century - and one of very few trips outside Russia since the war began in Ukraine more than two years ago. Guest: Dr Jenny Mathers, senior lecturer in i…

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Unlocking migrant skills could boost economy by billions 9:37

16h ago9:37

9:37

New research suggests maximising the use of migrant skills would boost the Australian economy by $9-billion, and generate up to 44,000 new jobs a year Guest: Dane Moores, SSI Billion Dollar Benefit Campaign Director and Chantal Mousaad, Career Seekers Director, Westpac Risk Senior Manager and former Syrian Refugee…

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244. Fun, Hijinks, and Breaking the Content Creation Mold with Duke Harten 44:50

1d ago44:50

44:50

This week, I'm excited to bring you a delightful and insightful conversation with none other than Duke Harten, the mastermind behind the viral office antics and engaging content at Shinesty.com. We dive deep into the importance of fun in the workplace and the art of creating contagious content. Episode Highlights: - Fun at Work: Duke shares his sto…

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How a three-decade career has raised Regurgitator's voice 9:09

1d ago9:09

9:09

For more than 30 years, Regurgitator has been rocking out with their punk-electronic-synth music. But the Brisbane alternative legends have struck a new chord with their latest album 'Invader' and focused on their politics after the Voice to Parliament referendum. Guest: Quan Yeomans, frontman of Regurgitator…

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NZ police hunt for father and 3 kids on the run 9:03

1d ago9:03

9:03

In 2021, Tom Phillips vanished into the mountains and dense forest on the North Island of New Zealand with his three children. Police allege he is behind a series of crimes including a bank robbery. Cat, the mother of Ember, Maverick and Jayda has made a passionate appeal for their safe return. Guest: Chelsea Daniels, host of the New Zealand Herald…

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Opposition to hand down nuclear policy 12:31

1d ago12:31

12:31

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton set to announce his long-awaited nuclear energy policy at a press conference today.Nationals MP Keith Pitt told RN Breakfast he's a great supporter of critical infrastructure - like the Opposition's proposed nuclear sites - being held in Government hands. The MP says the tax-payer is already spending millions on the r…

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Thailand to legalise same-sex marriage 6:33

1d ago6:33

6:33

In a resounding victory for marriage equality campaigners, the Thai Senate voted overwhelming in favour of the same-sex marriage bill - with 130 in favour and just four against.By Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Public housing and education at centre of 'no frills' NSW Budget 4:38

1d ago4:38

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Against a backdrop of high inflation and soaring rents, the New South Wales Treasurer, Daniel Mookhey, has delivered a no-frills second budget focused on schools and public housing. Guest: Prue Car, Deputy Premier and Minister for Education, New South Wales GovernmentBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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What to expect from the Opposition's nuclear policy - Politics with David Crowe 4:45

1d ago4:45

4:45

The Coalition is meeting this morning, ahead of Oppostion leader Peter Dutton announcing their official nuclear policy. So, what can we expect?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.Guest: David Crowe…

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'Economic insanity': Treasurer slams Opposition's nuclear policy 13:10

1d ago13:10

13:10

The Opposition's long awaited nuclear announcement is slated for later today. The Treasurer Jim Chalmers told RN Breakfast Peter Dutton's policy "is the worst combination of economic and ideological stupidity". He says if implemented Australia "would fail" to grab the vast economic and industrial opportunities of the net zero transition. Guest: Jim…

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'Coal-keeper': Energy group criticises Opposition's nuclear policy 5:49

1d ago5:49

5:49

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton is poised to announce his nuclear energy policy today, including multiple proposed sites for power plants. But the Smart Energy Council says the Coalition's energy policy is for the fossil fuel lobby, not for Australians or their power bills. Guest: Wayne Smith, acting CEO of the Smart Energy Council…

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Costs push more Australians to do tax returns 8:06

1d ago8:06

8:06

This year an increasing number of Australians are planning to do their own returns, partly to avoid the cost of a tax accountant but also because the Australian Tax Office has upgraded its website to try and make it easier to DIY.But financial experts say many Australians are still confused about what they can and can't claim on their tax returns. …

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Warning Paris could be hottest Games ever 7:39

1d ago7:39

7:39

Athletes around the world are pushing their bodies to the limit as they gear up for the Olympic Games in Paris next month. But as the excitement grows, so are concerns about the impact extreme heat could have on the Games. Guest: Joe Pincus, former Australian OlympianBy Australian Broadcasting Corporation

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Female teachers face horrific misogyny in classroom 8:04

1d ago8:04

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Female teachers in Australia are reporting horrific cases of misogyny in schools - with increasing reports of teenage boys hurling abuse, threatening violence or simply ignoring or disobeying women in class. It's called the Andrew Tate effect - after the so-called "manfluencer". But, what impact is it having on women's choices to become teachers? A…

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Record breaking heatwave blankets US 6:55

1d ago6:55

6:55

A widespread, stubborn and likely record-breaking heatwave is set to blanket much of the U.S - thanks to a 'heat dome'. It comes as dozens of environmental, health and labour groups - including the largest federation of unions in the U.S - petition the Federation Emergency Management Agency to recognise extreme heat as a natural disaster. Guest: Je…

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Navigating Identity and Belonging, with Adoptee Lisa Ann 38:00

2d ago38:00

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"Being chosen doesn't mean being whole; it means navigating a journey to find yourself.” — Adoptee Lisa Ann In this heartfelt episode of "Uncorking a Story," host Mike Carlon welcomes Lisa Ann, the host of the "Wandering Tree Podcast." Lisa Ann shares her deeply personal story as an adoptee, discussing the complexities of identity, family, and the …

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'Dream come true': Pacific folklore dance makes Opera House debut 6:45

3d ago6:45

6:45

Telling the story of heroic demi-god in Pacific folklore, MĀUI weaves together the movement patterns and languages from many cultures of the Pacific region. A 30-strong cast from New Zealand's Fresh Movement Collective will make their Sydney Opera House debut when the show opens on August 29. Guest: Hadleigh Pouesi, Fresh Movement Collective artist…

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'House of the Dragon' and 'The Boys' return for new seasons - TV with Wenlei Ma 6:04

3d ago6:04

6:04

The second season of 'Game of Thrones' spin-off series 'House of the Dragon' returned this week, and with it a fandom obsessing over every small detail. And the anti-superhero series 'The Boys' is also back. Guest: Wenlei Ma, culture editor, The Nightly RECOMMENDATIONS/MENTIONS: - Stuff the British Stole- Bread and Roses- Murder is Easy…

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Is social media driving the rise of labiaplasty? 11:37

3d ago11:37

11:37

New research has found social media is fuelling significant anxiety about genital appearance amongst young women, and that's being blamed for dramatic rise in labiaplasty. Labiaplasty refers to the surgery to reduce the size of the skin around the uretha and vagina, with almost one quarter of women aged 18-24 feel anxious, embarrassed or unhappy ab…

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'Openness' at the heart of dialogue with Chinese Premier - Politics with Karen Middleton 5:51

3d ago5:51

5:51

A push for a "robust and open dialogue" has been a key part of the Government's meetings with the Chinese Premier Li Qiang. And businessman and green energy investor Andrew Forrest has criticised the Coalitions climate policy proposals. Political Editor for the Guardian Australia Karen Middleton joins RN Breakfast to discuss the latest developments…

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'Serious concerns': Pocock criticises ex-AFL boss' gambling move 11:19

3d ago11:19

11:19

Former AFL boss Gillon McLachlan will take the reins at gambling giant Tabcorp in August, Independent Senator David Pocock says the move comes at a time "where we need to break the nexus between sport and gambling". The Senator says Government inaction on the Murphy review recommendations for gambling has had a role to play in this move, and warns …

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Olympic selection news - Sport with Warwick Hadfield 5:55

3d ago5:55

5:55

In Olympic selection news, diver Melissa Wu and the golfing siblings, Minjee and Min Woo Lee, off to the Paris. While in rugby league, Queensland has made two changes for the second State of Origin game next week. And in the AFL, the umpires are copping it from all sides after Collingwood's win over North Melbourne last weekend. Sports commentator …

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Fmr Mossad chief: Netanyahu 'determined' to continue fighting 11:23

3d ago11:23

11:23

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was forced to disband his war cabinet last night, following several members of the cabinet resigning, and pressure to instil members of Israel's far right into the vacant positions. It comes as the Israeli Defence Forces blame politicians for a tactical pause in fighting in Gaza, which was criticised by the…

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