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2GB Afternoons with Michael McLaren

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Iran
Australia
Victoria Barracks
Inflation
Sydney
United States
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Capital Gains Tax
Angus Taylor
NDIS
Housing Affordability
One Nation
Liberal Party
Data Centers
Australian Economy
Donald Trump
Negative Gearing
Oil
Great Western Highway
Steel Industry

Join Michael McLaren on 2GB Afternoons for a mix of news, opinion, entertainment and fun from 12.00pm - 3.00pm, Monday to Friday.

You can contact the show on the text line 0460 873 873

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Bruce McEvaney
Sports broadcaster and star of Who Do You Think You Are? on SBS
SBS (interview segment)
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Tuesday, 12th May
Everald Compton
Grandfather of Inland Rail, advocate for rail freight solutions
Greenlink / Inland Rail advocacy
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Tuesday, 12th May
Andreas Huck
General Manager at Monato Safari Resort and Lodge
Monato Safari Resort
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Tuesday, 12th May
Dr. Jeremy Kay
General Practitioner
Mortlake Family Practice
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Tuesday, 12th May
Geoff Wilson
Chairman, Wilson Asset Management
Wilson Asset Management
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Monday, 11th May
Lawrence Kumo
Creative Director, Sistine Chapel Revelations Exhibition
Sistine Chapel Revelations Exhibition
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Monday, 11th May
John Girodini
Professor of Psychiatry, Adelaide University Critical and Ethical Mental Health Research Unit
Adelaide University
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Monday, 11th May
John O'Doniam
Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and Immigration
Liberal/Coalition
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Friday, 8th May
Jess Collins
Liberal Senator for New South Wales, chair of Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee
Australian Parliament
Episode: Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Thursday, 7th May

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Michael McLaren
Host of Afternoons on 2GB

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • maga supporter

    war crimes, are you sure michael you wish to advocate, for destruction of civilian infrastructure, you sounded like a hardcore cult of maga supporter, remember orange jesus started this war

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    talos_soulhunter
    Australiaa month ago
  • Great Show.

    I enjoy listening to Michael. He has sensible opinions and is very articulate.

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    5
    THEGrantD
    Australia2 months ago
  • Moronic

    Even by 2gbs low standards , this far right wind bag is a rather pathetic …. Standard 2gb hash - family friendly, dishonest , fabricated and ill informed right wing extremist delivered by a boorish fool who appears to have been born without and charm or a personality

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    TheResPhantom75
    Australiaa year ago
  • Human nature

    Not a band they are a troupe

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    KaiHerb
    Australia2 years ago
  • Snooze fest

    Belongs on the ABC. Boring as watching paint dry. Good for background noise when you need a nap.

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    maxrat90
    Australia3 years ago

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A number of reviews highlight engaging guests and timely coverage, though a few listeners prefer a different tone or format.
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Some episodes attract criticism for polarizing takes on politics or economics, especially around energy and labor policy.

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Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Wednesday, 6th May
Q: What are the legal thresholds for temporarily excluding Australian citizens from returning?
The law allows temporary exclusion orders under very high thresholds, meant to assess security risk; in practice, such orders are rare and require stringent justification and potential parliamentary amendments to lower thresholds.
'Curling up a storm' - The Aussie duo going above and beyond
Q: What's your background? How did an Aussie guy called Dean Hewitt get into a sport which most Australians would have very little idea about?
Dean explains that curling was brought into his life through family ties to Canada, grew up surrounded by the sport, and developed into a long-term partnership with Tali Gill, leading to their world-title run.
Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Thursday, 30th April
Q: What is the core issue behind the intergenerational equity debate?
The host and guests discuss how policy proposals, particularly around CGT and negative gearing, are framed as equity measures but may primarily benefit a political base, while evidence on real impact and cost distribution remains unclear.
Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Friday, 1st May
Q: Mal, what are the hard truths about Indigenous policy and intergenerational equity, and what should be done differently?
He argues for accountability, restructuring funding and programs, and ensuring that large sums are actually delivering tangible improvements in Indigenous communities, not just being rolled over year after year.
Afternoons with Michael McLaren - Thursday, 23rd April
Q: Who benefits most from the intergenerational equity rhetoric?
The discussion suggests the rhetoric may primarily benefit policymakers and certain political factions, while potentially shifting costs to the states and reducing support for some groups.

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A fast-moving current-affairs program blends international geopolitics, economics, and domestic infrastructure with culture and lifestyle segments. Recent episodes frequently feature legal and policy analysis on Middle East conflicts, Australian energy and water security, transport bottlenecks like the Great Western Highway, and practical personal-finance guidance, alongside interviews with MPs, defense analysts, and notable cultural figures. A recurring strength is the live, audience-driven format that weaves urgent policy debate with accessible, real-world impacts for regional Australia, making it useful for listeners who want timely context on national issues, money management, and local infrastructure, all delivered in a frank, issue-fo... more

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