Wake Up Australia with Phil O'Neil - Friday 27th June
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Phil O’Neil is joined by Brendan O’Neill, journalist & Editor of Spiked / Host of the Spiked podcast & author of ‘After the Pogrom: 7 October, Israel and the Crisis of Civilisation’, to dissect the stories making headlines in the U.K. & the world over the past week. You can keep up to date with Brendan’s most recent work by visiting the ‘Spiked’ website www.spiked-online.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Phil speaks with Amanda Rose, Founder and CEO of Entrepreneurial & Small Business Women Australia, to explore how to ask the boss for a pay rise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil chats with Jovan Cvetkoski, Financial Adviser at Knight Group, about how to avoid common tax mistakes. The ATO is cracking down on: Work-from-home claims: Only claim the portion used for work (e.g. phone or internet). Investment property deductions: 9 in 10 landlords get it wrong—check your figures carefully. Capital improvements: Renovations like kitchens or bathrooms aren’t deductible, but added to your property’s cost base. Lodging too early: Wait for all your income data (banks, dividen...
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Phil speaks with Nadine Lalich, alien abductee, researcher, and author, who recounts a chilling camping trip in Sedona. It was late on the evening of June 15, 1991, when Nadine and her friend, Pamela, pulled into the empty lot of Banjo Bill Park in Sedona, Arizona. After the long drive from California, they planned to sleep in the van and then head into town the next day. Sometime after midnight, Nadine awoke to the sound of people outside walking around the vehicle. Alarmed, she quickly sat up,...
Phil catches up with Valerie Taylor, Aussie conservationist, photographer and filmmaker. With her husband Ron Taylor, she made numerous documentaries about sharks, and filmed sequences for films including Jaws, Orca, Jaws 2 & Gallipoli. . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil chats with futurist Skeeve Stevens about Iran’s limited cyber power. While active, Iran’s cyber capabilities are weak compared to the US and Israel. Any major offensive would be quickly crushed, as seen in their minor symbolic attacks like the one on the US base in Qatar. Israel’s Unit 8200 is considered the world’s top cyber force—possibly even stronger than US Cyber Command. Iran may use proxies, phishing, and disinformation, but it’s the digital equivalent of throwing rocks from the shad...
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Phil O’Neil’s weekly political chat with Terry Barnes – Columnist, political and policy consultant & former Howard government adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil O’Neil’s weekly talk with Leith Van Onselen, Chief Economist at the MB Fund & Co-founder of Macrobusiness , to dissect the politics behind Australia’s economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ask Bianca Nogrady, freelance science journalist and broadcaster, answers listeners' questions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil O’Neil’s weekly chat with U.K. correspondent Enda Brady, host of Round Table On TRT World, about what's making news in the United Kingdom. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike is joined by Nicole Senior, radio host & commentator, for a conversation about Australia's under-16s social media ban now being one step closer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil speaks with AMP Chief Economist Shane Oliver about the potential impact of the Iran–US conflict on petrol prices and the broader economy. What should Australians expect at the pump—and how might global tensions ripple through financial markets? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Finance expert Chris Foster-Ramsay tells Phil that while tax time isn’t everyone’s favourite season, it’s the perfect chance to get your finances in order—especially if you own an investment property. Chris says understanding deductions and planning ahead with your broker or lender can set you up for a strong year. He recommends reviewing deductible expenses, finalising repairs, and checking loan and insurance details before June 30. “EOFY is the ideal time to reset your financial strategy and m...
With rents soaring across cities and regional areas, Phil speaks with property expert Garth Davis about what’s driving the crisis—and how Aussies can cope. Garth points to skyrocketing property prices, rising migration, and a lack of new builds due to cost uncertainties and low confidence among developers. To ease pressure, he says we need to encourage investors to buy and hold rental properties—selling to owner-occupiers only shrinks the already limited rental pool and pushes rents even higher....
President Trump has called recent US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan a “success,” confirming that American aircraft have left Iranian airspace. The strikes reportedly included the first-ever operational use of a 30,000-pound ‘bunker buster’ bomb. Phil speaks with Professor Aiden Warren from RMIT University to unpack the fallout. How effective were the strikes—particularly at the underground Fordow site? Will Iran retaliate? Could this trigger a wider war? And wh...
Phil O’Neil is joined by Sarah Boorer, Communications professional & CWA award-winning cook, to look at the world of baked goods, delicious treats and & easy recipes. This week Sarah whips up One Pot Orzo / Risoni Bolognaise (recipe courtesy recipetineats.com ) Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced 1 small onion, peeled and diced (brown, white or yellow) 1 lb / 500g ground beef (mince) 24 oz / 700g tomato passata 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tsp dried Italian Herbs, or ...
Professor David Flint chats to Phil O’Neil on the week’s important issues & political news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil chats with Dr Ross Walker, Cardiologist and host of Nine Radio’s Healthy Living, to answer listener questions — including Susanna’s concerns about vertigo and John’s question about menopause for his wife. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil speaks again with Dr Ben Zala, Senior Lecturer in International Relations at Monash School of Social Sciences, for an update on the escalating Israel-Iran conflict. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thinking about joining the gym but not sure where to start? Phil chats with health coach Samantha Jackson, who shares practical tips on how to take the first step, what to expect, and how to make your new fitness routine stick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil is joined by Trevor Long, Today Show Technology Commentator, to explore the latest in technology news. Trevor takes a look at... Meta (Facebook) Partners with Oakley for new smart glasses Social Media Ban: Government group says technology can work out a child's age - but there's a catch Why the discovery of 16 billion usernames and passwords is a wake up call for us all See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Phil speaks with Dr Keith Suter, Managing Director of the Global Directions Think Tank, for an update of Iran’s warning to target US military bases following the bunker-busters used in the Iran strike. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil speaks with financial educator Zain Peart about growing concerns from first home buyers as interest rates fall and the end of financial year nears. Despite Labor’s big promises, many fear the help will come too late. Peart says rising demand in the lower end of the housing market is locking out many buyers. He argues the Albanese government must act soon to ease pressure and make home ownership more accessible for those on smaller incomes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Phil O’Neil chats with Russell Setright, Australia’s best known Naturopath & author of ‘Get Well in the Golden Years, to get the latest in health and well-being news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phil chats with HR expert Jonathon Woolfrey about a new Productivity Commission report showing over 20% of Aussie students don’t finish Year 12 — with the number even higher in public schools. Reasons range from apprenticeships to bullying and poor mental health. Woolfrey says it’s time to rethink how we prepare young people for work, arguing that success isn’t just about finishing school — it’s about finding the right path, whether that’s a trade, uni, or jumping straight into the workforce. Se...
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