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The Morning Edition (formerly Please Explain) brings you the story behind the story with the best journalists in Australia. Join host Samantha Selinger-Morris from the newsrooms of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, weekdays from 5am.

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Recent Guests

Renee Jeffery
International Relations Professor
Griffith University
Episode: Why Gen-Z fury led to destruction in Nepal
Jason Stanley
A University of Toronto philosophy professor and author of Erasing History, How Fascists Rewrite the Past to Control the Future
University of Toronto
Episode: ‘The cult of the leader’: The professor who left America says fascism is flourishing
Michael Crosby
Current CFMEU New South Wales executive officer
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Episode: 'Like an episode of the Sopranos': Life inside the clean-up of the CFMEU
Dr. Joshua Roose
Associate professor and expert on sovereign citizen movements
Episode: Porepunkah police shooting: What is the sovereign citizen movement?
Charlotte Grieve
Investigative reporter who led the investigation into Dr. Munjed Al Muderis
The Sydney Morning Herald
Episode: The unravelling of a star surgeon, and the journalist who took on the fight
Millie Muroi
Economics writer
Episode: Australians are working longer hours, so is it finally time for a four-day work week?
Steve Bannon
Trump's former Chief White House strategist and a key figure in the MAGA movement
Episode: Trump sues Murdoch over Epstein files, and the ‘surreal turn’ MAGA loyalist Steve Bannon took
Daniel Luria
Leader of a controversial group focused on Jewish land reclamation
Adoret Kohanim
Episode: Evictions rising in East Jerusalem and a Melbourne man’s part in it all
Najah al-Rajabi
Palestinian woman facing imminent eviction from her home
Episode: Evictions rising in East Jerusalem and a Melbourne man’s part in it all

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Samantha Selinger-Morris
Host of The Morning Edition, bringing insights from journalism to the discussion of current events.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 1.5k ratings
  • Genocide episode

    Brilliant episode on genocide was waiting though for the balance of talking about our own history and Tasmania…..left me feeling an opportunity lost for education and reflection

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MarnieEd68
    Australiaa month ago
  • Please pay attention to pronunciation (2)

    I refer to the episode on 21:8/2026.

    Dear Samantha Salinger-Morris, please pay attention to your speech. It is ‘meeting’, not ‘meetingk’.

    Over the years, I have caught you adding ‘k’ to the end of ‘ing’.

    I have also given feedback a few times to The Age before.

    Please pay more attention to English pronunciation.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    User40342
    Australiaa month ago
  • Quality variable

    Sometimes this podcast is really worth listening to, but it depends on the quality of the guests. Today’s episode on the four day working week was so poor, I wonder how it passed muster.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Marlie8424
    Australia2 months ago
  • Michael Lewis Interview

    Thank you Samantha! Realistic and optimistic commentary of what is going on in the US and our society!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ziyingyangcav
    Australia4 months ago
  • Consistently concise, intelligent and interesting

    Impressive work by all on this show, especially the host, Ms Sellinger-Morris.

    Peter Hartcher is always an outstanding guest with his insightful explanations of current affairs.

    Love listening to The Morning Show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rusted-on Listener
    Australia5 months ago

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The dynamic between the main host and guests is often highlighted as a strong point.
Listeners appreciate the concise and intelligent commentary on current affairs.
Insights into both local and international issues are valued, though some listeners express concerns over pronouncing errors.
Feedback indicates varying opinions on the quality and depth of guest discussions, with some preferring more rigorous analysis.

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#27
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#133
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#8
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Charlie Kirk memorial: love, hate and Trump’s vow for the future
Q: What striking contrast was noticed in the speeches at the memorial?
Erica Kirk spoke about forgiveness while Stephen Miller focused on a darker, vengeful tone, representing differing sentiments within the memorial.
Charlie Kirk memorial: love, hate and Trump’s vow for the future
Q: How did the crowd respond to Stephen Miller's remarks?
The crowd loved it, cheering and applauding wholeheartedly at his messages.
No fry zone: Should councils be able to block fast food outlets?
Q: Why can't this be an individual choice?
Because if there is no choice and all you have is fast food, it creates obstacles to accessing healthy food.
Life, death and Optus: Should the telcos be trusted to run Triple Zero?
Q: What are some of the questions that you would want answered in relation to this latest outage?
I want to know how this company can be sitting on this information for so long and not let the relevant governments or authorities know.
Why Gen-Z fury led to destruction in Nepal
Q: So who has actually been leading the protests, and what are they demanding?
There is no specific leader; the protests are led by a collective of students demanding accountability for corruption and greater opportunities for youth.

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Focuses on current affairs, politics, and social issues, providing insights into significant events and trends in Australia and abroad. The discussions often feature influential journalists and experts, diving into topics such as international relations, domestic policies, and cultural debates. Unique in its emphasis on journalistic integrity and balanced reporting, the content delivers both informative and thought-provoking perspectives, making it appealing for listeners interested in staying updated and engaged with the complexities of contemporary issues.

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2. Jason Stanley
3. Michael Crosby
4. Dr. Joshua Roose
5. Charlotte Grieve
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7. Steve Bannon
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