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Nights with John Stanley

2GB & 4BC
Olympics
Robotic Surgery
Albanese
ACT Election
Paris
Queensland Elections
Australia
Gallbladder Removal
Small Business Advocacy
Brisbane
Interest Rates
Ariarne Titmus
Independent Candidates
Cher
Liza Minnelli
AUKUS Pact
Brisbane 2032 Olympics
Perth
Sydney
Australian Property Market

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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Missed the show? Catch up on the full show with John Stanley.

Host: John Stanley

Executive Producer: Charlie Meller

Producer: Tom Kennedy

Technical Producer: Chris Blancato

Publisher: Nine Radio

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Doctor Ross Walker joins John Stanley to discuss the latest in medical news.

Listen to Nights live on air from 8pm Monday to Thursday and 7pm Friday

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The Duck joins John to fire up the theatre of the mind and take you around Australia with the best on offer around the country.

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Missed the show? Catch up on the full show with John Stanley.

Host: John Stanley

Executive Producer: Charlie Meller

Producer: Tom Kennedy

Technical Producer: Chris Blancato

Publisher: Nine Radio

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf... more

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John Jarrett
Australian actor known for his role in Wolf Creek
Episode: Nights with John Stanley - 14th November
Kath Koschel
New South Wales Australian of the Year and founder of the Kindness Factory
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Episode: Nights with John Stanley - 14th November
Annabelle Daniel
CEO of Women's Care Shelters
Women's Care Shelters
Episode: The state of homelessness in the lead up to Christmas - Annabelle Daniel
Kylie Moore Gilbert
An expert on Iran who spent over 800 days in prison there.
Author and commentator
Episode: Nights with John Stanley - 11th November
Dr. Sammy Diasinos
Senior lecturer in Mechanical Engineering and former Formula One aerodynamic engineer
Macquarie University
Episode: Drive with Sam Purcell – 5th November
Paul Scarr
Shadow opposition spokesman on immigration in the Senate
Parliament of Australia
Episode: Paul Scarr - Immigration
Nick Jorss
Advocate for coal and founder of Coal Australia
Coal Australia
Episode: Nick Jorss - Australia's approach to coal
Melissa McIntosh
Member for Lindsay and Shadow Minister for Communications
Australian Liberal Party
Episode: Melissa McIntosh - Triple 0 bill knocked back
Adam Dewberry
Superintendent of Fire and Rescue New South Wales
Episode: Nights with John Stanley - 28th October

Host

John Stanley
Host of a nightly talk radio show, offering insights and commentary on current events, news, and societal issues.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 345 ratings
  • 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
    Australia2 months 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
    Australia4 months ago
  • Gaslighting

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KaiHerb
    Australia9 months ago
  • John Stanley

    “Simply The Best”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cabaretgal
    Australia2 years ago
  • Amazing show and broadcaster

    Thanks John

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexE_Sydney
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging and informative discussions, often highlighting the blend of humor and seriousness found in the topics covered.
Some criticism revolves around occasional contentious discussions and the presence of certain guests, reflecting the passionate nature of the topics at hand.
Many appreciate the variety of guests and expert insights that enhance the overall listening experience.
The consistent delivery by the host is seen positively, with listeners returning for the engaging late-night format and insightful commentary.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#103
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Talking Points

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John & Amanda - 12th November 2025
Q: Melissa, just finally, do you have confidence, given your position is for no net zero 2050 commitment, are you confident that tomorrow's shadow cabinet will make the right decision for the country?
Melissa expresses confidence that the Shadow Cabinet will land in the right place, emphasizing that they are standing up for their community's needs.
John & Amanda - 12th November 2025
Q: What about Andrew Hastie? Right on message, eh?
Amanda emphasizes that political events, often choreographed, showed that Andrew Hastie was indeed right on message during the meeting.
Ita Buttrose
Q: What do you say to women who are perceived as pushy when they strive for leadership?
I hope that is not the case, but I suspect it might still happen; there are still battles to be won.
Ita Buttrose
Q: What concerns you about the current state of leadership among younger people?
There seems to be a reluctance among younger people to pursue leadership roles due to fear of making mistakes and the desire for approval from peers.
Ita Buttrose
Q: What did you want to do with this book? Who were you aiming it at?
I aimed it at people in general, particularly women, to raise my voice on issues that concern me and to highlight my career highlights.

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A nightly program dedicated to discussing current events and news, emphasizing a variety of topical issues ranging from political developments to social trends. Each episode features the host's candid reflections on significant occurrences, often incorporating listener interactions and expert guests to provide context and insights. Notably, the discussion frequently addresses pressing societal issues, such as housing market dynamics, political accountability, and legislative impacts on everyday life. The unique feature of this program is its informal yet informative format, designed to engage a diverse audience during late-night hours, inviting varying perspectives on crucial topics, making it suitable for listeners keen on understanding th... more

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Recent guests on Nights include:

1. John Jarrett
2. Kath Koschel
3. Annabelle Daniel
4. Kylie Moore Gilbert
5. Dr. Sammy Diasinos
6. Paul Scarr
7. Nick Jorss
8. Melissa McIntosh

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