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Australia
Israel
Donald Trump
Gaza
Iran
Hamas
Bondi Terror Attack
Liberal Party
Anthony Albanese
Victoria
Palestine
Inflation
Anti-Semitism
Middle East
Hate Speech Laws
United States
China
Climate Change
Optus
Queensland

PM covers stories across Australia and the world, explaining and analysing the most important events and issues of the day.

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The Prime Minister and the Treasurer have spent the day defending the decision to overhaul the country's capital gains tax system.

The Federal Government is fending off claims by the Opposition that it is effectively introducing a "death tax" through its newly-announced changes to a tax on trusts.

The Federal Government is listing one of the nation's neo-Nazi organisations as a prohibited hate group.

The Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor will deliver his budget reply speech this evening, including a plan to restrict welfare services and the National Disability Insurance Scheme to Australian citizens.

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Recent Guests

Tony Burke
Home Affairs Minister
Australian Government
Episode: Neo-Nazi group added to banned list
Emma Benison
CEO of Disability Advocacy Network Australia
Disability Advocacy Network Australia
Episode: Opposition releases alternative budget
Farah Farouk
Representative, Ethnic Communities Council of Australia
Ethnic Communities Council of Australia
Episode: Opposition releases alternative budget
Katie Gallagher
Finance Minister
Australian Government
Episode: PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Tim Wilson
Shadow Treasurer
Liberal/Nationals Opposition
Episode: PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Cassandra Goldie
Chief Executive Officer
Australian Council of Social Service
Episode: PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Melinda Salento
Chief Executive
Committee for Economic Development of Australia
Episode: PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
David Taylor
ABC Business Correspondent
ABC
Episode: PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Ines Willox
Chief Executive
Australian Industry Group
Episode: PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget

Host

Samantha Donovan
Host of PM, with extensive involvement in international and domestic news coverage.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Doesn’t follow journalistic standards

    This show does not follow journalistic standards. The producers (and host) are unprofessional in their presenting. Some content contains triggers and they do not give any trigger warnings before airing content. This is very amateurish. Fair warning to anyone listening, this show won’t give any warnings to triggering content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CurbedEnthusiasm
    Australia4 years ago
  • Bring back the individual podcasts

    Need individual podcasts. Otherwise those of us that are time poor are missing out on the stories we want to hear and eventually going to get our news from another source instead.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gjyre47864323688
    Australia5 years ago
  • AM, RN Brekky, World Today, PM, Drive et al. Sabra, Linda, Sally, Fran, Bevo, Hamish ... all y'all ABC current affairs crew - thanks for years of transparent, factual, thoughtful reporting. Stand firm, keep a straight face (except for the Nats - can't help but laugh) you do represent the majority despite efforts of the IPA and Scomo's office load of rent seekers. Can't imagine the info landscape without you. Lots of love Matt.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    dhufish scales
    5 years ago
  • Bring back the individual podcasts

    Bring back the individual podcasts. You have a separate PM podcast for the full story, so why are you only uploading the full story here too????

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gjyre47864323688
    Australia6 years ago
  • Quality

    If you only listen to one news source - make it this, or AM.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Playahata321
    Australia6 years ago

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Some criticisms note a desire for the full program format and trigger warnings in coverage.
Many reviews praise the ability to access individual stories or full episodes.
Listeners appreciate the mix of on-the-ground reporting and expert analysis, especially for international events.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#33
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#194
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#154
Hong Kong/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#204
Japan/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#223
New Zealand/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#234
China/News/Daily News

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PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Q: How do these measures affect housing affordability for first-time buyers?
Officials and panelists suggest the reforms could unlock more homes for first-time buyers by limiting investor incentives on existing stock and boosting new supply, though some experts warn the impact will be gradual and dependent on broader supply efforts.
PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Q: Will the tax offsets and deductions cause inflation to rise?
Officials argue the offsets are timely, targeted relief designed not to add to inflation, with adjustments phased in over several years and anchored by broader productivity and supply measures.
PM Special: Major tax overhaul revealed in 2026 Federal Budget
Q: What are the main changes to property tax breaks and negative gearing in the budget?
The government plans to limit negative gearing to new builds only, phasing out the benefit for established properties, and to raise the capital gains tax discount basis by applying a minimum 30% rate after inflation, part of a shift toward targeting investments and boosting housing supply.
Geelong oil refinery fire threatens fuel supply
Q: How is the Geelong refinery fire likely to affect Australia's fuel stocks and imports?
Imports are expected to fill gaps from reduced local production, with government planning additional shipments under strategic reserve powers and ongoing evaluation of supply security.
Iran promises to kill US ground troops
Q: What does the vaping health research mean for public health policy and consumer guidance?
Public health experts emphasize stronger warnings, reduced access, and ongoing evaluation of vaping as part of broader tobacco control efforts.

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A fast-paced current affairs program that covers Australia and global events with on-the-ground reporting, expert analysis, and live voices from diverse fields such as economics, diplomacy, and public policy. Episodes frequently tie international developments to domestic impacts—fuel prices, natural disasters, elections, and policy responses—while balancing hard news with cultural and regional reporting. Noteworthy is the breadth of guests, ranging from academics and government officials to journalists and industry leaders, as well as a mix of on-the-ground storytelling and expert commentary. This combination makes it a solid fit for listeners who want timely, context-rich perspectives on how global events ripple into everyday life, busines... more

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Recent guests on PM include:

1. Tony Burke
2. Emma Benison
3. Farah Farouk
4. Katie Gallagher
5. Tim Wilson
6. Cassandra Goldie
7. Melinda Salento
8. David Taylor

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