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Joe Biden
Climate Change
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Political Polarization
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Smart analysis, lively conversations, and great company. Understand Australia and the world with Nick Bryant.

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Latest Episodes

Cassie McCullagh, from The Bookshelf on Radio National chats about her favourite book, we share listener texts and preview what's ahead on this weekend's Top 100 Australian Books Countdown.

Many of us develop a love of reading at school.

Perhaps a special teacher or a favourite book made a lasting impression.

But many of us also develop an aversion to reading in high school.

Generations of Australians have studied the classics at sch... more

The US Congress is the institution that most directly represents the will of the people: 535 representatives divided into two houses.

Despite the importance of Congress, there's been an increasing trend for presidents to bypass the body and issue ex... more

Next month, the United States congressional midterms will decide which party controls the Senate and House of Representatives. Both are currently held by the Republicans.

With rising grocery and petrol prices, the election comes as Donald Trump's a... more

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Recent Guests

Cassie McCullagh
Presenter of The Bookshelf show
Radio National
Episode: What's ahead on this weekend's Top 100 Australian Books countdown?
Carys McEwen
High school librarian in the Melbourne suburb of Clyde
Clyde High School / School Library
Episode: How much Australian literature is taught in schools?
Alex Wharton
English teacher at Gunnedah High School in Northwest New South Wales
Gunnedah High School
Episode: How much Australian literature is taught in schools?
Gary Gerstle
US historian, former Cambridge professor, author of The Rise and Fall of the Neoliberal Order
University affiliations mentioned (Cambridge University)
Episode: US historian Gary Gerstle the waning power of the US Congress
Bruce Walpie
Senior fellow at the US Studies Center, University of Sydney
US Studies Center, University of Sydney
Episode: US midterms approach as Trump's popularity tanks
Angela Stent
Senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and author of Putin's World: Russia Against the West
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Zelensky rallies EU allies, accusing Trump of choosing Russia
Marissa Parrott
Senior Conservation Biologist at Zoos Victoria
Zoos Victoria
Episode: Bogong moths swarming despite endangered status
Linda Javin
China expert and author
Author of Bombard the Headquarters, The Cultural Revolution in China
Episode: How China remembers (and forgets) the Cultural Revolution
Cameron Knox
CEO and co-founder of Allume (SolShare)
Allume/Elume
Episode: Rooftop solar innovation wins top design award

Host

Nick Bryant
Host of Saturday Extra; provides smart analysis and lively conversations on Australian and world affairs.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 161 ratings
  • Excellent

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonAlfref
    Australia6 months ago
  • Consistently fabulous

    Topics, presenter, interviewees excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anthony Bill, Tasmania, AUS
    Australia9 months ago
  • Excellent show

    Nick Bryant is a level above. His intelligence, ability to cross subjects , passion for all subjects and variety of interviews make this a must listen. There’s hardly any of these shows left in the world be it print or radio. A must.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Martin Whetton
    Australia2 years ago
  • Hooray, Nick Bryant

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doublledd
    Australia2 years ago
  • Fran is rude.

    I find Fran to be quite rude to certain guests and, frankly, much less knowledgeable than Geraldine. What a shame. A must listen show has declined like so much of the ABC content has in the last decade.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Tombot82
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests and topics are described as diverse and deeply informed, contributing to a high-quality discussion.
Some listeners note strong credibility and international relevance, though a minority critique pacing or balance in exchanges.
Listeners praise the host's intelligence and breadth of topics, calling the show a must-listen for thoughtful journalism.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Bogong moths swarming despite endangered status
Q: Marissa, for those who aren't in the thick of it, can you paint us a picture of what this moth invasion looks like?
She describes it as a recovery rather than an invasion, with moths traveling across Australia in large numbers, from breeding grounds in the southeast to the Alps, and back, marking a remarkable rebound from prior declines.
Zelensky rallies EU allies, accusing Trump of choosing Russia
Q: Angela, was this the week that America changed sides in the Ukraine war and that Donald Trump aligned with Vladimir Putin?
Angela explains that Trump's stance has fluctuated and that while there are shifts, it's not clear-cut whether a lasting realignment has occurred; the episode highlights the volatility of American action and its corollary impact on European support for Ukraine.
AI data centre operator Firmus pulls huge ASX float
Q: Would you have put your money in it?
There wasn't enough information to make a firm call; it fell over at the institutional stage and retail investors never got a prospectus to judge.
10-billion-year-old radio energy burst offers clues to the universe
Q: What was this flash of energy that was detected, and why is it special?
The flash is a fast radio burst from deep space; it's extremely brief but carries encoded information that helps scientists map the matter the signal traversed, offering clues about the universe's early conditions and structure.
Former German spy chief arrested on suspicion of treason
Q: On a scale of one to 10, how big a scandal is this?
It's a nine, recruiting the former head of a foreign intelligence agency is quite a coup for a hostile state.

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

The show features in-depth conversations with experts across politics, international affairs, history, and culture, offering nuanced context on current events and persistent global themes. Episodes frequently explore power dynamics, governance, and ethical questions through sharp analysis and firsthand reporting, often focusing on how politics and policy shape everyday life. A notable strength is the roster of guests, ranging from historians and researchers to journalists and policy analysts, which adds credible, well-sourced perspectives to timely topics. Listeners can expect thoughtful moderation, cross-disciplinary insights, and a global-to-local lens that helps make complex issues accessible and relevant for professionals and policy-min... more

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