Australia’s economy grows just 0.2 per cent in the first quarter, falling short of forecasts, Ashes pre-sale sets records but angers fans. Plus, a new report claims the Justice Department is investigating Joe Biden’s use of presidential pardons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 04, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1724
Kids Helpline turns to fundraising after being snubbed in the Victorian budget, ASIC alleges AustralianSuper billed dead members. Plus, Victoria’s Treasury hasn’t assessed the fallout of a possible credit rating downgrade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 03, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1723
Median house prices hit $1 million across capital cities, government taxes blamed for reigniting Australia’s tobacco wars. Plus, Erin Patterson takes the stand in her mushroom poisoning murder trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 02, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1722
Bowen says Australia is on track for its 2030 climate target but must do more and is open to carbon tariffs, dairy prices will rise as farmers struggle. Plus, tech failures still force Fire Rescue Victoria to rely on pen, paper and pagers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 01, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1721
Sussan Ley reconsiders the Coalition’s emissions stance as net zero uncertainty grows, Labor’s defence gaps slammed as a ‘paper ADF’ by ASPI. Plus, Victorian Liberals scramble to help John Pesutto cover $2.3 million in defamation costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1720
Coalition reveals new frontbench as Jacinta Nampijinpa Price claims some picks weren’t based on merit, a veterans group urges Albanese to back a volunteer disaster recovery force. Plus, Geelong knocks the Sunshine Coast off the top migrant spot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 28, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1719
Queensland government scraps Moonlight Range wind farm, activists plan to shut down Story Bridge in major protest. Plus, Steven Miles pushes power bill relief despite mounting state debt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 27, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1718
Chinese ambassador slams Darwin Port lease plan as ‘ethically questionable’, Sussan Ley to reveal her shadow cabinet line-up this week. Plus, machete attack reignites political debate after ban was rejected just two months ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 26, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1717
Paul Murray kicks off a special episode of Our Town from Cairns, exploring the Great Barrier Reef, getting up close with crocs, and hearing from the locals. Plus, the countdown is on to the State of Origin opener on Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 25, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 1716
Floods batter NSW’s Mid-North Coast with three now confirmed dead, ABC’s Patricia Karvelas pushes for answers at a fiery Nationals press conference. Plus, David Crisafulli hits back at the United Nations criticism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1715
Paul Murray unpacks why Victoria’s emergency services levy has firefighters and farmers furious, most Aussie banks ignore the RBA’s May rate cut. Plus, China’s carbon output in 16 days matches Australia’s annual emissions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 21, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1714
John Howard warns of “terrible consequences” after the Coalition split, millions set for mortgage relief as the RBA cuts rates but signals no further help. Plus, a record $50 million donation funds a new endometriosis research institute in Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 20, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1713
Good news if you are paying off a home loan, Labor sinks Australia $1 trillion in the red, Transport Workers’ union flexes muscles. Plus, NSW police conduct major DV operation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 19, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1712
Ted O’Brien won’t say if he wants Treasury job as shadow cabinet talks stall, Allan government makes transport free for Victorian kids. Plus, Albanese invites Pope Leo to Australia and aims to strike EU trade deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1711
Pauline Hanson predicts ‘disarray’ for Liberals and says new leader Sussan Ley is too left-leaning. Andrew Hastie and Angus Taylor weigh stepping back as others push for promotion. Plus, Putin snubs Zelensky by skipping Istanbul peace talks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1710
The AEC investigates after missing ballots were found at a worker’s home, Chris Bowen defends Labor’s focus on renewables. Plus, Trump lifts Syria sanctions and promotes new deals during his Middle East trip. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 14, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1709
Albanese opts for secular affirmation during swearing-in, Cannes cracks down on red carpet nudity amid rise of ‘naked dress’ trend. Plus, Keir Starmer pledges lower migration with stricter visa rules. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 13, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1708
Anthony Albanese unveils new frontbench as Labor deals with internal tensions, Liberal leadership contest may turn into a three-way race. Plus, the US and China agree to suspend most tariffs on each other's goods. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 12, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1707
Matt Canavan to challenge Littleproud as Nationals downplay Coalition split, Ed Husic slams Richard Marles but Labor MPs say others were upset too. Plus, Jacinta Nampijinpa Price says the Coalition ran a fear-driven election campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 11, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1706
Jacinta Nampijinpa Price quits the Nationals to join the Liberal Party as the leadership race heats up, Tim Wilson highlights a key issue candidates must tackle. Plus, the ATO reveals unusual tax claims and its 2025 focus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 08, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1705
Bondi inquest sparks blame over missed chances to intervene, fire kills animals in Campbellfield pet store. Plus, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces pressure to commit to 70 per cent emissions cut by 2035. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 07, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1704
Paul Murray breaks down how the vote shifted over time, Zoe Daniel loses Goldstein as Sky News calls it for Tim Wilson. Plus, Reform’s sweeping UK wins shake Tory and Labour dominance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 06, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1703
Paul Murray unpacks what went wrong for the Liberals, Clive Palmer says he’s quitting politics after Trumpet flops. Plus, Donald Trump orders Alcatraz reopen for the country’s most dangerous criminals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 05, 2025•49 min•Season 1Ep. 1702
Join Paul Murray live as he recaps the most memorable moments of the federal election, Anthony Albanese secures a historic second term. Plus, the Liberal Party begins its search for a new leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 04, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1701
Final Paul Murray Live before the election, a look back at the media hall of shame, scare campaigns became lead strategy. Plus, clear fault lines will decide this election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 01, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1700
Labor’s capital gains tax plan sparks warning for 130,000 Australians, slower economic growth costs Australia $250 billion. Plus, Labor extends lead in new RedBridge poll as Coalition struggles on key issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 30, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1699
Join Paul Murray for a special edition of 'Ask Me Anything' with Peter Dutton as he answers key questions on the issues that matter such as cost of living, housing and energy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 29, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1698
Group with CCP ties pushed Chinese Australians to vote for Teal MP Monique Ryan, Coalition moves to simplify cultural heritage laws. Plus, poll shows Trump hits lowest 100-day approval rating in 80 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 28, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1697
Join Paul Murray for this month’s special edition of Our Town in Kalgoorlie, a hung parliament could be on the horizon, according to the latest Newspoll. Plus, is a Dutton victory still within reach? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 27, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1696
Albanese snaps at reporter over questions on Hunter Valley stage stumble, most GPs unlikely to bulk-bill despite Medicare boost. Plus, Pauline Hanson and daughter target Jacqui Lambie as One Nation eyes renewal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 2025•50 min•Season 1Ep. 1695