
Radio National Breakfast is Australia's only daily national radio current affairs program, synonymous with agenda-setting news coverage, breaking news and a place where you will hear the most significant stories impacting the lives of all Australians wherever they live. The full unedited daily program is available on our website at: abc.net.au/listen/programs/radionational-breakfast/
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1120 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNews | |||

Coverage and analysis of national and international events.
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Love rn hate the clog
This is insane. I want to listen to RN. But it is impossible to download this into my feed, because every day I am inundated with 7 to 10 stories, and I spend about 15 mins every week just clearing my list. Give me one episode once a day. This is bs
Some days I’m too busy to listen to every item so the wrap is a great alternative
Three years of PK inserting herself and her opinions into the stories has been very tedious. For example She has been hysterical about cuts to over-servicing psychology sessions, wasted airtime with her unbridled adulation of Taylor Swift and failed to acknowledge the obvious that trump was going to win the election. Fran Kelly was very fair. I hope the Sally Sara chapter brings better balance to RN Breakfast .
Karvelas you are the best thing to have happend to the ABC.. RN in a long while …you got style .. you got grace.. you got the know how to put them in their place ..when they re not looking … Intelligent questions outside the anticipated Thorough and thoughtful Now that’s the conversation on things that matter in my world which brings me every day to listen to Aunty … I love the ABC and they have gold with journalists such as you xx “Go you good thing “ ❤️
Steve is a breath of fresh air. I love his relaxed, no agenda presenting. I am back listening to RN Breakfast on Mondays and Tuesdays.
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This program covers national political developments, policy reform debates, and current affairs with a focus on how legislation, governance, and public messaging unfold in real time. Recent topics span gambling reform, migration and energy policy, regional and healthcare issues, and international diplomacy, often featuring policymakers, researchers, and industry experts who provide context and practical implications for Australia's political landscape. A notable strength is the roster of high-profile guests spanning government, academia, journalism, and industry, enabling nuanced discussions that connect policy detail to real-world impacts. Listeners likely value clear analysis, critical questioning, and timely updates on how political deci... more
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Recent guests on Radio National Breakfast include:
1. Yumi Lee
2. Adam Gilmour
3. Jonathan Kearns
4. Mike Dawber
5. David J. Millan
6. Noam Radan
7. Heidi Kleinert
8. Gracie Elvin
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