Rephonic
Artwork for Late Night Live

Late Night Live — Full program podcast

ABC Australia
Australia
Donald Trump
Israel
Gaza
Climate Change
United States
MAGA Movement
Australian Politics
Iran
Palestine
Ukraine
Nuclear Weapons
Middle East
January 6 Riots
Keir Starmer
Trump Administration
United Nations
Human Rights
China
Social Media

Incisive analysis, fearless debates and nightly surprises. Explore the serious, the strange and the profound with David Marr.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1114Founded21 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
PoliticsSociety & CultureNews

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Late Night Live

Latest Episodes

After a terror attack in Kashmir in 2025, India suspended a key water treaty between the nations, threatening to cut Pakistan’s water supplies off by building a series of hydro-electric dams which can divert water away from Pakistan. Pakistan has thr... more

Australia's new treaties with Fiji and Vanuatu are being hailed as a diplomatic triumph. But how meaningful are they, and are they in the best interests of the wider Pacific? And a philosopher's take on why the push for the New Space Age, when humans... more

US commentator Bruce Shapiro looks at the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, Trump's attack on New York Times journalists over their Air Force One reporting, and how the US's latest attacks on Iran are being seen ahead of the November primaries. Plus a... more

Canberra columnist Professor Mark Kenny examines Liberal leader Angus Taylor's fresh criticism of One Nation. In Alabama, there's debate over the use of nitrous oxide as a method to execute death row prisoners. And why are more and more of us watchin... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Recent Guests

Tom Heinemann
Danish investigative journalist, director of Ikea Loves Wood
Deutsche Welle (documentary)
Episode: Bruce Shapiro's USA, how sustainable is Ikea's wood, and the gossip and scandals of Australia's past
Alicia Simmons
Associate professor of law, historian
UTS
Episode: Bruce Shapiro's USA, how sustainable is Ikea's wood, and the gossip and scandals of Australia's past
Mark Kenny
Director of the Australian Studies Institute at ANU; columnist for the Canberra Times
ANU; Canberra Times
Episode: Mark Kenny's Canberra, death penalty methods in the US, and why more of us are using subtitles
Deborah Denno
Professor, Fordham University School of Law; criminologist specializing in death penalty methods
Fordham University School of Law
Episode: Mark Kenny's Canberra, death penalty methods in the US, and why more of us are using subtitles
Andy Wright
Oscar-winning Australian sound editor
Independent / Various productions
Episode: Mark Kenny's Canberra, death penalty methods in the US, and why more of us are using subtitles
Toby Martin
Guitarist and collaborator on Roger Knox's music
Episode: Songs and stories with Roger Knox, the 'Koori King of Country'
Roger Knox
Singer, Gomeroi man known as the Black Elvis and the Koorie King of Country
Episode: Songs and stories with Roger Knox, the 'Koori King of Country'
Jonathan Swan
Journalist and author involved in Regime Change
New York Times / author with Maggie Haberman
Episode: Jonathan Swan inside Trump's regime, plus Thomas Jefferson's slavery paradox
Krista Heide
Professor of history at the University of Virginia
University of Virginia
Episode: Jonathan Swan inside Trump's regime, plus Thomas Jefferson's slavery paradox

Host

David Marr
Host of Late Night Live with a focus on incisive political and cultural interviews.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • ABC sack the racist Grace Tame

    ABC sack the racist Grace Tame

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    mmint1
    Australia2 months ago
  • Roddy Doyle

    Excellent interview!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatieMcl
    Australia2 months ago
  • My LNL addiction remains

    Partly due to illness, the (well deserved) retirement of Phillip Adam’s, I lost track of LNL for a while - in spite of my support for new host, David Marr.

    Thanks to podcasts becoming my preferred medium these days in the late autumn of my life, I have managed to take up LNL again and while I have missed a bit, my life feels more for-filled - vitally important in such distressing times.

    Thank you, David and thank you ABC.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiannaArt
    Australia3 months ago
  • Treasure of a pod

    Enjoyed this on live abc radio for decades with Phillip. Now David has hit his stride and I’m enjoying this wonderful program as a podcast. Such excellent curation of content, ever astutely informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Solowoman07
    Australia3 months ago
  • Still 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Huge fan of the show and all contributors. I miss Phillip but David is also excellent. Also miss Laura but she is still doing great work within our incredible national asset, the ABC 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    binder12345
    Australia4 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners miss former hosts but acknowledge strong current leadership and guest quality.
Listeners praise the show's rigorous, well-researched interviews.
Critiques focus on perceived biases in certain episodes and editorial choices.
Fans value broad topic coverage from politics to literature and history.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#141
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#26
Australia/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#221
New Zealand/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#241
Singapore/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#245
Indonesia/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jonathan Swan inside Trump's regime, plus Thomas Jefferson's slavery paradox
Q: Why did Jefferson struggle with ending slavery despite his rhetoric?
The historians point to political constraints, debt, and the practical difficulty of removing enslaved people, plus the strategic belief that colonization abroad was the path to ending slavery, though this conflicted with his own views and later generations' interpretations.
Jonathan Swan inside Trump's regime, plus Thomas Jefferson's slavery paradox
Q: What makes this presidency's use of power different from previous administrations?
Swan explains that Trump treats power as a personal instrument, surrounded by a tight inner circle, with swift, improvisational decision-making and a preference for theatrics over lengthy interagency processes, leading to difficult follow-through on big policies.
Songs and stories with Roger Knox, the 'Koori King of Country'
Q: When did you start singing and why?
Knox explains he began with gospel in church, learned from his grandmother, and gradually moved into country music as a way to tell his life stories and heal from past traumas.
Bruce Shapiro's USA, how sustainable is Ikea's wood, and the gossip and scandals of Australia's past
Q: Now, why Ikea? Why did you decide to turn your cameras on Ikea?
The interviewer wanted to probe why the documentary focused on Ikea's forests; the guest explained there was growing scrutiny and a need to verify Ikea's sustainability claims by visiting Carpathian forests and examining actual practices.
Anna Henderson's Canberra, France ditches Palantir, plus Italy's expanding forests
Q: What does the new Italian Forest Law intend to do?
The Forest Law assigns six months for forest owners to respond, empowers mayors to manage silent owners' land for environmental protection, and redirects revenues to municipal budgets if ownership is unclear, addressing regulatory gaps amid rapid forest regrowth.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Late Night Live

What is Late Night Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, grand-scale current affairs and culture show that blends political analysis with deep dives into history, literature, and global events. Episodes frequently pair prominent journalists, politicians, and academics with authors and subject-matter experts to unpack policy decisions, civil liberties, war and peace, and cultural memory. The host cadre emphasizes rigorous interviewing, ethical journalism, and a talent for translating complex issues into accessible storytelling, often weaving in historical context and international perspectives that illuminate domestic debates. Noteworthy elements include high-profile interviews, live reporting experiences, and a consistent penchant for challenging established narratives while remaining re... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Late Night Live?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Late Night Live. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Late Night Live and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Late Night Live get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Late Night Live, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Late Night Live?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Late Night Live, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Late Night Live have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Late Night Live has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

How many episodes of Late Night Live are there?

Late Night Live launched 21 years ago and published 1114 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Late Night Live?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Late Night Live?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Late Night Live from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Late Night Live?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Late Night Live. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Late Night Live?

Recent guests on Late Night Live include:

1. Tom Heinemann
2. Alicia Simmons
3. Mark Kenny
4. Deborah Denno
5. Andy Wright
6. Toby Martin
7. Roger Knox
8. Jonathan Swan

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days