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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

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As part of our series marking 250 years since American independence, we feature British historian Adam Smith.

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Recent Guests

Peter Stanley
Professor, Principal Historian at the Australian War Memorial
Australian War Memorial
Episode: Do we need a more diverse Anzac Day?
Carolyn Holbrooke
Associate Professor, historian at Deakin University
Deakin University
Episode: Do we need a more diverse Anzac Day?
Richard Gowan
UN watcher, International Crisis Group
International Crisis Group
Episode: Who wants 'the most impossible job in the world'?
Richard Weir
Senior Advisor, Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Episode: What's it like on the ground in Lebanon right now?
Mark Urban
Columnist for the Sunday Times; War and Peace substack author; defence and foreign affairs analyst
Sunday Times, War and Peace (Substack)
Episode: Hope and doubt around prospective Iran peace talks
Susanna Wey
A Hungarian political analyst affiliated with the German Marshall Fund in Berlin
German Marshall Fund
Episode: Hungarians head to the polls in a high-stakes election
Guido Wolter
German-born visual effects specialist from Adelaide, Australian now who earned an Oscar nomination for his work on the film Sinners
Rising Sun Pictures (RSP)
Episode: From Adelaide to the Academy Awards
Professor Claire Finkelstein
Director of the Center for Ethics and the Rule of Law at the University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: What is Donald Trump's endgame in Minnesota?
Tom Bateman
BBC State Department correspondent
BBC
Episode: The whirlwind week in Middle East and US politics

Host

Nick Bryant
Host of Saturday Extra

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 159 ratings
  • Excellent

    Excellent

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimonAlfref
    Australia2 months ago
  • Consistently fabulous

    Topics, presenter, interviewees excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anthony Bill, Tasmania, AUS
    Australia4 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
    Australiaa year ago
  • Hooray, Nick Bryant

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    doublledd
    Australiaa year 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

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Thoughtful, in-depth journalism with diverse expert guests.
Host asks sharp, well-prepared questions that illuminate complex issues.
Broad range of topics keeps the show fresh and informative.
Some listeners wish for tighter pacing in longer discussions.
Engaging conversations that connect Australian issues to global context.

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Who wants 'the most impossible job in the world'?
Q: How have recent geopolitical dynamics affected the UN's relevance?
The UN has become more marginal as major powers engage in diplomacy outside the UN framework, and funding pressures—exacerbated by shifts in US support—have battered the organization, limiting its influence in crises.
Who wants 'the most impossible job in the world'?
Q: Why is the selection process so constrained by the P5 powers?
Any candidate must win the support of all five permanent members with veto power, which forces a compromised nominee acceptable to Washington, Beijing, Moscow, Paris, and London, often sidelining broader UN input.
Who wants 'the most impossible job in the world'?
Q: What does the Secretary General actually do in practical terms?
The SG spends most of their time on administration and budget negotiations, but there is a strong expectation they will act as a key political player—setting agendas on climate and mediating in wars—though the UN Charter provides limited guidance on how to perform that role.
What's it like on the ground in Lebanon right now?
Q: What are the legal and humanitarian implications of the ongoing attacks and displacement?
Weir emphasizes that even when Hezbollah fighters may be involved, Israel's obligations under international humanitarian law require protecting civilians and ensuring that attacks are discriminant and proportionate.
What's it like on the ground in Lebanon right now?
Q: Tell us what the situation is like on the ground in Lebanon.
Richard Weir describes widespread displacement, continued attacks in the south, destruction of crossings, and fear among residents with hundreds of thousands displaced and attempts to return despite infrastructure damage.

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The show offers smart analysis and lively conversations on current affairs, international politics, and Australian society. Guests range from historians and researchers to journalists and policy experts, providing historical context, on-the-ground reporting, and nuanced commentary on global events and domestic issues. Noteworthy is the mix of in-depth, scholarly perspectives with accessible storytelling, plus frequent cross-cutting themes like democracy, governance, and policy impact. This program is likely to appeal to listeners who want thoughtful, well-sourced discussion that connects Australia to broader global dynamics, with a tendency toward civil discourse and rigorous questioning of official narratives.

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2. Carolyn Holbrooke
3. Richard Gowan
4. Richard Weir
5. Mark Urban
6. Susanna Wey
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