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Nights with John Stanley

Tapt Media
Australia
Sydney, Australia
Superannuation
Sydney
Brisbane
Artificial Intelligence
Canberra
Brisbane, Australia
Television
One Nation
Australian Television
State Of Origin
Singapore
Immigration
Data Centers
Housing Market
Jacaranda Financial Planning
Real Estate Market
Capital Gains Tax
Domain Magazine

Nights reviews the day’s news and current affairs, follow breaking news of the night and push a unique brand of talk radio beyond sunset and through the night.

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Criminology professor Vincent Hurley spoke to John Stanley to address gender-based violence and evaluating current prevention strategies.

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Gary Hardgrave
Brisbane-based broadcaster and former minister in the Howard government
Howard Government (former minister)
Episode: FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 10 September 2026
Rupert McCall
Australian poet and commentator
Independent/Poet
Episode: FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 10 September 2026
Dave Wilkins
Aussie musician and host of the gig guide segment
Australian music scene
Episode: The Weekend Gig Guide with Wilko - 10 September 2026
Helen Haynes
Independent member for Indi, introduced as a guest on the program
Independent MP (Indi)
Episode: FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 8 September 2026
Josie Huynh
Editor of Domain Magazine
Domain Magazine
Episode: The Weekly Property Wrap - 7 September 2026
Helen Haines
Independent member for Indi in Parliament
Australian Parliament
Episode: News Hour with Helen Haines - September 8 2026
Gus Walland
Founder of Gotcha for Life, Only Fans interview guest
Gotcha for Life
Episode: FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 3 September 2026
Morgan Cowan
Morgan Cowan, involved in Lifeline fundraising efforts for the Out of the Shadows Walk
Lifeline Australia
Episode: Camping & Off-Roading with The Duck - 3 September 2026
Dale Zinder
Movies presenter
Nights with John Stanley
Episode: FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 1 September 2026

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John Stanley
Host of the show with a late-night current affairs focus and engaging interview style.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 359 ratings
  • Worst audio producer ever

    Impressively bad audio production, just here for Phil’s show, temporarily, thankfully. Compression not used right or at all. Lows are un-hearable, the highs blow your ears off. Constantly fluctuating audio in general, and the de-Esser not used at all. The sam Purcell segment was so hissy on the s and the t’s. It’s a bold business move to let this chucklehead continue producing. Seen better tafe students do basic audio.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Notorious C.O.Z
    Australia5 months ago
  • Show has gone backwards

    Used to be a good show but now has minimal current affairs- where is Terry Barnes? Get Steve Price in as a regular contributor

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rob Colo
    Australia8 months ago
  • Boring drive show

    It would be nice if the drive segment would concentrate on car reviews & the latest releases other than almost an entire show taken up with trivial pothole and road issues. I wasted an hour of my life last night listening to dribble.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    shipfreak
    Australiaa year ago
  • NOT DURING A SENTENCE OR SEGMENT

    Can … if you must … shoe horn a ad break or two mid segment… do it at a more congenial point? Some of the mid segment as intrusions have been sloppy and shambling

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattB 75
    Australiaa year ago
  • Gaslighting

    In oz a billion has 12 zeros stop gaslighting us to American system

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KaiHerb
    Australia2 years ago

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Guests and hosts are seen as influential voices in current affairs and politics.
Listeners praise deep analysis but caution production quality varies.
Some criticisms target segment pacing and balance between segments.
Audience appreciates a mix of policy, tech, and culture with lively call-ins.

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Apple Podcasts
#223
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News Hour with Helen Haines - September 8 2026
Q: Can I be devil's advocate?
The host questions whether Labour's electoral success justifies favorable grant access, but Haines argues that even after accounting for seat competitiveness, the invitation-only approach still advantages certain seats, weakening democratic fairness.
News Hour with Helen Haines - September 8 2026
Q: Just, can you explain this?
Helen Haines explains that the program is invitation-only, not competitive, which raises questions about how invitations are issued and whether electoral considerations influence grant allocations, undermining merit-based funding.
FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 2 September 2026
Q: Could data centers be placed at non-traditional sites like racetracks to avoid housing impacts?
Yes, listeners and guests proposed using large, underutilized racetracks to host data centers, arguing it could protect housing areas while leveraging existing infrastructure and creating regional economic benefits; feasibility studies would be needed to assess noise, water use, and community impact.
FULL SHOW | Nights with John Stanley - 2 September 2026
Q: What do you think about the pill testing approach discussed for festivals?
The guests explained that pill testing can provide a safety net by informing users about risks, offering harm-reduction guidance, and directing people to rehabilitation when needed, but it is not a silver-bullet solution and should be part of a broader strategy, including education and clear messages about drug use.
Jacaranda Financial Planning – 1 September 2026
Q: What are the practical implications of the look-back contributions for someone who hasn't fully used their concessional caps in recent years?
It allows a potential top-up of up to about 160,000 over five years, which can be substantial for reducing taxes and boosting the current-year super balance, but it depends on past unused caps and individual circumstances.

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

The program delivers a late-night, fast-paced tour of the day's news and current affairs, mixing politics, economics, tech, and culture with listener calls and strong personal commentary. Topics frequently center on housing policy, the health system, taxation and financial policy, as well as entertainment and technology trends, all delivered with a provocative, opinionated cadence. A recurring strength is weaving in guests—ranging from policy experts and journalists to industry insiders—alongside live debates and audience interaction, creating a distinctive, conversational border between news briefings and long-form storytelling. A notable edge is the integration of AI-generated content, which adds a contemporary layer to discussions and se... more

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Recent guests on Nights include:

1. Gary Hardgrave
2. Rupert McCall
3. Dave Wilkins
4. Helen Haynes
5. Josie Huynh
6. Helen Haines
7. Gus Walland
8. Morgan Cowan

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