
Guardian Australia's daily news podcast. Every weekday, join Guardian journalists for a deeper understanding of the news in Australia and beyond. You can support The Guardian at theguardian.com/fullstorysupport
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 468 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has opened in Australia to much hype and intense interest. The first film ever to be shot entirely on Imax film has prompted fans to go on their own epic journey – crossing oceans to see it at one of just 41 cinemas ar... more
Guardian Australia political editor Tom McIlroy talks to Paul Kelly about his new book on the turbulent era of the Liberal party under prime ministers Tony Abbott, Malcolm Turnbull and Scott Morrison. In The Twilight of Exceptionalism, Kelly writes a... more
This week Barrie Cassidy and Tony Barry examine the One Nation leader’s podcast interview with far-right British activist Tommy Robinson and ask: will this interview cause fractures within the party and weaken her leadership? They also look at the ri... more
After a record-breaking 102 matches, the 2026 World Cup is drawing to a close. As Spain prepares to face Argentina in the final on Monday morning AEST, we unpack the tournament’s defining moments, from presidential interference to controversial video... more
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The best news and commentary podcast, bar none. I live in the US and am constantly amazed at the quality of content. Long may the podcast live!
I found that this story unnecessarily denigrated public health staff from state run clinics eg WACHS.
It’s very unlikely that staff at WACHS clinics would not be seeking to increase diphtheria awareness.
Do you not cringe when you go home at your refusal to mention immigration, and demand issues, in relation to housing affordability in Australia? The highest rate of immigration and population growth for decades, in the west, and apparently none of a panel of journalists has ever looked at the data or the impacts on incumbents, let alone the class impacts. You come across as morons. You premise your silence on the notion that you’d be pushing fascism but in fact your censorship is contributing to... more
Excellent interview by Noor. I feel for *Sara but disappointed that her dad ‘just wants to be left in peace to sit down and watch a movie or a tik tok’, rather than wanting to make a contribution to Australian society.
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A weekday news program features in-depth discussions led by Guardian Australia journalists, often pairing frontline reporting with expert context on politics, policy, and current events. Episodes frequently center on Australian political dynamics, election by-elections, and major policy issues, while also incorporating international angles and investigative reporting. Noteworthy strengths include rigorous sourcing, clear explanations of complex topics, and a mix of in-depth interviews and data-driven analysis that helps listeners understand implications for decision-makers and stakeholders. The show often shines when it brings insider perspectives from reporters and policy analysts, and when independent voices challenge official narratives,... more
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