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Fourth Estate

2SER
Australia
Iran
United States
Journalism
Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Ben Roberts-Smith
Gaza
Australian Media
John Howard
Inflation
The Washington Post
Media
Gaza Conflict
Ette Media
Media Literacy
China
Epstein Files
Condé Nast
Pauline Hanson
Derryn Hinch

Every week, we discuss how the media has covered the news and analyse issues affecting the industry - with some of the biggest names in journalism in Australia and around the world. Broadcast live on Sydney's 2SER 107.3FM, with the financial assistance of the Community Broadcasting Foundation.

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Hannah Ferguson (Cheek Media), Scott Mitchell (Lamestream Media) and Daanyal Saeed (Crikey) join Tina Quinn to unpack another big week in Australian media.

This week, the panel examines the future of journalism in the age of artificial intelligence ... more

After surviving Jeffrey Epstein and helping expose one of the biggest sexual abuse scandals in modern history, Virginia Giuffre became a global symbol of courage. But her story didn't end there.

Award-winning Good Weekend senior writer Melissa Fyfe ... more

This week on Fourth Estate, we unpack the biggest stories shaping Australian media, politics and journalism.

As the Royal Commission into Antisemitism turns its attention to the media, we examine the recommendations aimed at the ABC and SBS, includi... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Dodd
Media historian, former director of the Center for Advancing Journalism at the University of Melbourne
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Episode: The Final Chapter of Virginia Giuffre | Remembering Derryn Hinch
Melissa Fyfe
Senior writer, Good Weekend
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Karen Middleton
Journalist and columnist for The Monthly
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Jacqueline Maley
Senior columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age
The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age
Episode: The Free Speech and Free Fall of Karl Stefanovic
Crystal Andrews
Reader's Editor for Crikey and host of Cut Through
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Episode: The Free Speech and Free Fall of Karl Stefanovic
Charles Croucher
Nine's Political Editor, in the room for Hanson's National Press Club address
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Episode: Please Explain: Pauline Hanson, One Nation and the Media's 30-Year Dilemma
Margo Kingston
Journalist and author who covered Hanson and One Nation
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Episode: Please Explain: Pauline Hanson, One Nation and the Media's 30-Year Dilemma
Raf Epstein
Journalist, ABC Radio Melbourne host, long-time political reporter
ABC
Episode: Please Explain: Pauline Hanson, One Nation and the Media's 30-Year Dilemma
Barrie Cassidy
Veteran Australian journalist and broadcaster, former ABC political reporter and press secretary to Bob Hawke
Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC); Hawke government
Episode: Profile: In Conversation with Barrie Cassidy (Part 1)

Hosts

Tina Quinn
Host of Fourth Estate on 2SER and other outlets; long-time journalist and program host
Sharon Davis
Listener-focused interviewer in archival segment; part of show's hosting team

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • 2SCR

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizzie &Cassie
    Australiaa month ago
  • Wonderful Podcast

    Always a pleasure to listen to and appreciate the importance of journalism. The 60 years of four corners interview is so inspiring it could rightfully be included in any undergraduate journalism course.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teddy S D
    Australia2 years ago
  • Alternative Views

    Sometimes I feel Monica uses this platform to air her personal grievances with the public. Although no-one should be threatened or abused, journalists are not above accountability. Her personal friendships with Leigh Sales and Rachel Baxendale often colour her view. Robust debate is essential in a democracy and more so when there is a monopoly on media ownership.

    Even some of the most respected of journalists have questioned Sale’s interpretation of some of her Twitter encounters. Maybe instead... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Vikkiiiiiiii
    Australia5 years ago
  • Worth your time

    I've been listening to this podcast for about a year and always learn something new and gain a fresh insight into a current media issue. Good for people working in the media and anyone with a passing interest in it's role in our society.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    music_mad_cooley
    Australia7 years ago
  • Anti kiwi Racist banter

    Peter Frey on this episode for some bizarre reason thinks he can publicly put down New Zealander- thank goodness for the other commentators who called him on it - but this racist anti kiwi banter is not acceptable

    Apple Podcasts
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    Robynz58
    Australia8 years ago

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Well-produced discussions that balance archival memory with current media issues.
Provides a rigorous, well-structured take on media and democracy.
High-quality guests and insightful industry critique.

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Profile: In Conversation with Barrie Cassidy (Part 2)
Q: What challenges did Barrie face when interviewing politicians with different communication styles?
He notes that politicians are highly trained to obfuscate, so interviewers must be prepared, adaptable, and willing to challenge falsehoods or misstatements with solid context and evidence.
Profile: In Conversation with Barrie Cassidy (Part 2)
Q: How did Barrie Cassidy view the role of tone and humor in political programming?
He believed humor and a lighter touch were important to prevent politics from becoming merely partisan anger, helping audiences engage with complex issues without cynicism or fatigue.
Profile: In Conversation with Barrie Cassidy (Part 2)
Q: What does Barrie Cassidy consider the secret to a good interview?
The secret is giving people the opportunity to tell their story, researching the guest in advance, and most importantly listening in the moment to pursue follow-up questions that reveal the deeper story, rather than rigidly sticking to a prepared list.
Profile: In Conversation with Barrie Cassidy (Part 2)
Q: What was the original vision for Insiders and how did it differ from traditional Sunday morning politics shows?
Barrie Cassidy explains that the aim was to create a Sunday morning program that felt like a relaxed, wide-ranging discussion with the Press Gallery, rather than a stiff, formal interview. He emphasized a loose, humorous, and accessible format that involved journalists from diverse backgrounds and regions, designed to engagingly present the week's political issues.
Profile: In Conversation With Anna Funder (Part 2)
Q: Why did you decide to frame All That I Am with two narrators, Ruth and Tola?
To reflect the truth that no single perspective can capture the full story, and to show how two different consciousnesses inhabit the same hinges of history, revealing how memory and truth diverge.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fourth Estate

What is Fourth Estate about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers in-depth, panel-driven conversations about how media covers current events, with a focus on Australian journalism, media economics, and industry dynamics. Episodes frequently analyze budget policy, media consolidation, public broadcasting, and investigative reporting, often featuring veteran commentators and high-profile journalists who share behind-the-scenes perspectives on newsroom decision-making, editorial independence, and the evolving media landscape. A standout strength is its ability to pair long-form interviews with timely industry critiques, shedding light on how reporting shapes public understanding and democracy. The format — a mix of archival reminiscences, live tributes, and panel analysis — tends to attract ... more

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4. Jacqueline Maley
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6. Charles Croucher
7. Margo Kingston
8. Raf Epstein

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