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The Late Debate

Sky News Australia / NZmore.skynews.com.au

There are three sides to every story, with James Macpherson, Caleb Bond and Freya Leach.

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Episodes

The Late Debate | 8 May

Queensland considers ban on smacking children as criminal offence, Tony Abbott addresses crowd and criticises Greens at Sydney anti-abortion rally. Plus, survey finds half of Britons say they wouldn’t fight for their country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 08, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 464

The Late Debate | 7 May

MinterEllison turns to generative AI to fast-track legal processes, raising questions about oversight and accuracy, over 600 claims follow M1 truck spill. Plus, Canada’s PM Mark Carney tells US President Donald Trump the country is not for sale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 07, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 463

The Late Debate | 6 May

Mornington Peninsula councillors push to shift climate grants to Australia Day and Anzac Day events, Trump orders Alcatraz reopened for top offenders. Plus, first driverless heavy-duty truck hits US public roads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 06, 202550 minSeason 1Ep. 462

The Late Debate | 5 May

Liberal senator takes aim at Angus Taylor as leadership race begins, Nigel Farage delivers sharp warning after major local wins. Plus, Trump imposes 100 per cent tariff on foreign films to rescue Hollywood. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 05, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 461

The Late Debate | 1 May

New footage shows hero cop Amy Scott face killer, five-week inquest into Bondi stabbings, US and Ukraine agree to minerals deal. Plus, Trump admin puts focus on border crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 01, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 460

The Late Debate | 30 April

Penny Wong says an Indigenous Voice is inevitable, NT government toughens bail laws after teen on bail charged with murder. Plus, Onkaparinga Council considers rate hike on vacant land to spur development. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 30, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 459

The Late Debate | 29 April

Tony Abbott calls Welcome to Country ceremonies grating, Sophie Scamps criticised for linking NRL player Keith Titmuss’ death to climate change. Plus, teens arrested for suspected arson after chapel fire in Port Talbot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 29, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 458

The Late Debate | 28 April

Teal MP Monique Ryan launches desperate cash grab as Kooyong race tightens, millions of Aussies vent over election texts. Plus, Labor knew about Russia’s Indonesian air base request in March. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 28, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 457

The Late Debate | 24 April

Striking pre-poll turnout as voters flood booths nationwide, Daniel Andrews dropped from Mornington Peninsula golf club. Plus, UK set to approve sun-dimming experiments to fight global warming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 24, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 456

The Late Debate | 23 April

Labor under fire for failing to condemn Pope Francis social media post made by Flynn candidate Helen Madell, Premier Jacinta Allan refuses to reveal details behind COVID curfew call. Plus, UK police investigate trans activists' death threat signs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 23, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 455

The Late Debate | 22 April

MP Monique Ryan dodges another interview in an awkward exchange, Peter Dutton wins penultimate debate. Plus, Syria's self-proclaimed president, Abu Mohammed al-Jolani has been recognized as one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people of 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 22, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 454

The Late Debate | 17 April

UK's top court claims the legal definition of woman refers to biological sex, 'Looks and smells like a tax': Peter Dutton's gas plan flagged as unconstitutional. Plus, a Victorian woman has been left shaken by a break-in at her vacant property. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 17, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 453

The Late Debate | 16 April

Coalition tells Health NZ to use ‘women’ over ‘pregnant people’, Victorian senate candidate defends pro-squatting stance after unusual break-in. Plus, SA Police Chief says resources may fall short if Adelaide hosts COP31. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 17, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 452

The Late Debate | 15 April

Rising heat may drive youth mental health crisis, church leaders defy NSW conversion laws. Plus, Mosman and Northern Beaches reject renters’ free beach parking plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 15, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 451

The Late Debate | 14 April

Greens push $46.5b plan for free university and TAFE, race discrimination commissioner under fire over counter-terror stance. Plus, Canadian military report reveals pandemic used to test propaganda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 14, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 450

The Late Debate | 10 April

Victoria Police sees surge in exam applicants after academic requirement drop, South Australia Police sparks outrage over top cop’s bizarre recruitment video. Plus, German court sentences journalist for posting meme mocking minister. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 10, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 449

The Late Debate | 9 April

The Greens lay out their demands for supporting a minority government, Jacinta Price slams a domestic violence group for ‘gaslighting’ Aussies. Plus, a Queensland student says they were penalised for skipping an Acknowledgement of Country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 09, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 448

The Late Debate | 8 April

Albanese heckled at Sydney press conference after mental health pledge, Beijing warns of escalation after Trump’s tariff threat. Plus, a psychiatrist raises concerns over current ADHD diagnosis practices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 08, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 447

The Late Debate | 7 April

Coalition dumps candidate over ADF remarks, carjackings surge in Victoria with more than one a day. Plus, female fencer disqualified after protest against trans opponent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 08, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 446

The Late Debate | 3 April

Leaked documents expose SA politicians misusing free parliamentary parking in Adelaide, Attorney General Bondi pushes for the death penalty for Luigi Mangione. Plus, Elon Musk dismisses claims he’s stepping back from a government role as ‘fake news’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 03, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 445

The Late Debate | 2 April

Liberals plan to scrap car emissions fines, Chinese state media backs Anthony Albanese while accusing Peter Dutton of warmongering. Plus, Victoria passes new hate speech laws after a Labor-Greens deal, sparking opposition concerns over free speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 02, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 444

The Late Debate | 1 April

Toddler expelled from nursery for alleged transphobia, Gold Coast woman faces $806 fine for parking in her own driveway. Plus, a fire at a Rome Tesla dealership destroys 17 cars as attacks on the company’s CEO spread to Sweden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 01, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 443

The Late Debate | 31 March

The Albanese government urges PNG students to seek scholarships in climate gender and disability studies. Utah bans LGBTQIA+ flags in schools and government offices. Plus, UK parents are arrested after criticising their child’s school on WhatsApp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 31, 202535 minSeason 1Ep. 442

The Late Debate | 27 March

Anthony Albanese plans to call the federal election Friday morning, Donald Trump imposes new 25% tariffs on foreign cars. Plus, World Athletics approves a new gender eligibility test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 27, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 441

The Late Debate | 26 March

Labor covered content creators’ travel costs for the budget, DNA testing giant 23andMe files for bankruptcy after failed takeovers. Plus, Trump defends his security adviser over a group chat blunder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 26, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 440

The Late Debate | 25 March

Caleb Bond wraps up the 2025 Budget as tax cuts put a $17.1B hole in the economy, twice as many aspiring teachers now fail a key literacy test compared to 2016. Plus, Trump moves to tariff nations buying Venezuelan oil. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 25, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 439

The Late Debate | 24 March

The City of Melbourne spent $140k promoting the ‘yes’ vote during the Voice referendum, shark nets will be pulled from Sydney beaches next week. Plus, over 3,500 NSW cases were dropped in 2024 due to mental health rulings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 24, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 438

The Late Debate | 20 March

Repeat child offenders push Victoria’s crime rates higher, Chinese app RedNote raises misinformation fears ahead of Australia’s election. Plus, a US death row inmate is executed with nitrogen after losing a court appeal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 437

The Late Debate | 19 March

Hungary passes a law banning its Pride march sparking widespread protests, overseas student numbers surge to record levels. Plus, Donald Trump pledges to open hundreds of coal-fired power plants to counter China. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 19, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 436

The Late Debate | 18 March

The new $5 bill will feature an Indigenous design instead of King Charles III, the coalition is divided over Peter Dutton's call for a referendum on deporting criminals. Plus, experts warn over-diagnosis could harm young children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 18, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 435
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