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Papua New Guinea
Federal Budget
David Mcbride
Domestic Violence
Whistleblowing
Labor
Unemployment
Australian Defence Force
Australian Ballet
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Health Sector
Peter Dutton
Renewable Energy
Housing Crisis
Australian Taxpayer
War Crimes
Data Breach
Sustainable Fuels
Crisis and Transitional Accommodation For Women and Children

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

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After the failed peace talks between the US and Iran, Donald Trump is now planning to use US navy ships to blockade Iranian ports.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed his military will continue to strike Hezbollah targets in Lebanon despite agreeing to enter into peace negotiations with the Lebanese government.

The ceasefire agreement in the Middle East is looking tenuous this evening, after Israeli strikes on Lebanon killed hundreds of civilians.

The United States, Israel and Iran have agreed at the last minute to a two-week ceasefire, but it seems the three nations have differing ideas about the terms of the truce.

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Recent Guests

Emily Soraya
Lawyer; committee member of Melbourne Lebanese Ladies Charitable Group
Melbourne Lebanese Ladies Charitable Group
Episode: Iran ceasefire hangs by a thread
Nick McKenzie
Investigative reporter
The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald
Episode: Ben Roberts-Smith charged with war crimes
Rachel Haider
Reporter
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Jane Fleming
Olympian and president of Athletics Australia
Athletics Australia
Episode: Iran threatens to retaliate against US
Alan Iyer
Former US diplomat and member of Obama administration's Iran nuclear deal negotiating team
Middle East Institute
Episode: Iran threatens to retaliate against US
Sha'Carri Richardson
American Olympic sprinter
Episode: Iran threatens to retaliate against US
Alice Gorman
Associate Professor of Space Archaeology, Flinders University
Flinders University
Episode: Iran threatens to retaliate against US
Omid Mamayan
Journalist and senior Iran analyst with human rights organisation Dawn
Dawn
Episode: Iran threatens to retaliate against US
Karen Middleton
Political journalist and columnist with The Monthly
The Monthly
Episode: Prime Minister to address the nation as Iran conflict continues

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.

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Apple Podcasts
#41
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#234
Australia/News
Apple Podcasts
#87
United Arab Emirates/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#127
China/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#133
New Zealand/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#161
Hong Kong/News/Daily News

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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.
Iran promises to kill US ground troops
Q: How will new fuel policies mitigate costs for consumers, and what are the timelines for relief?
Officials explain the temporary nature of the excise cut and the lag before benefits reach consumers, while industry voices warn about ongoing price pressures and stock levels.
Iran promises to kill US ground troops
Q: What is driving the recent escalation in the Middle East, and how might it affect global energy markets?
The host frames the conflict in terms of threats and potential actions by Iran and the US, with follow-up commentary suggesting broader implications for oil supply and regional stability.
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Q: Do you think King Charles' distancing from Andrew could work in their favour regarding public popularity?
That's absolutely their expectation, but it could backfire if evidence suggests they knew more than claimed.
Andrew's arrest may bolster US Epstein probes
Q: Dr. McCreery, do you think this would have happened if the Queen was still alive?
It is difficult to believe this would have happened in this way; the Queen shielded Andrew from scrutiny.

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

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. Emily Soraya
2. Nick McKenzie
3. Rachel Haider
4. Jane Fleming
5. Alan Iyer
6. Sha'Carri Richardson
7. Alice Gorman
8. Omid Mamayan

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