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Saturday Magazine is JOY 94.9’s longest-running news and current affairs program

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Latest Episodes

Fiona, Robbie, Kenny, John and Macca are joined live on air by Reverend Tim Costello — Alliance for Gambling Reform

The federal government’s proposed gambling reforms have come under sustained criticism from anti-gambling-harm advocates, and this we... more

Macca and Kenny are joined by Fiona Patten — Former Victorian MP Incoming CEO, Medical Cannabis Council and Robbie Swanks live in the studio

Before she was a Victorian MP, Fiona Patten spent years campaigning on some of the issues politicians were... more

There has been a reshuffle in the Victorian Government — and one of the changes particularly relevant to our

listeners is the decision to move Vicki Ward out of the Equality portfolio.

Vicki is now Minister for Public Transport and Creative Indust... more

This year’s Census represents a pretty significant change for Australia’s trans, gender-diverse and non-binary

communities.

For the first time, Australians aged 16 and over will be asked about their gender, alongside a separate question

about sex... more

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Recent Guests

Mr. B
Host of the show Methodology on Joy
Joy 94.9
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; MR B-Host of new show on Joy, Methodology
Kate Fitzpatrick
MIFF programmer
Melbourne International Film Festival
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Kate Fitzpatrick, Senior Programmer at MIFF; MIFF Programme 2026
Emily Walter
National spokesperson for the 2026 Census, Australian Bureau of Statistics
Australian Bureau of Statistics
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Emily Walter, National Spokesperson for the 2026 Census
Tom McIlroy
Political editor, Guardian Australia
Guardian Australia
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Tom McIlroy, Political Editor, Guardian Australia; Victoria and Federal Politics Update.
Tom McElroy
Political editor, The Guardian Australia
The Guardian Australia
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Weekly Wrap Up with Macca, Paul and Kenny.
Alan Joyce
Former CEO
Qantas
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Weekly Wrap Up with Macca, Paul and Kenny.
Jude Monroe
Opening speaker at Pride Centre event
Pride Centre
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Weekly Wrap Up with Macca, Paul and Kenny.
Steve Minon
Author and copywriter
Independent
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Weekly Wrap Up with Macca, Paul and Kenny.
Greg Axton
Friend of the Pride Centre community
Community Member
Episode: Sat, 1st August, 2026; Weekly Wrap Up with Macca, Paul and Kenny.

Hosts

Neve
Host of Saturday Magazine with ties to Joy 94.9; appears across multiple episodes.
Paul
Co-host/host on Saturday Magazine; long-running contributor.
Jack
Host with regular participation; appears across episodes.
Macca
Host who frequently fronts discussions and Radiothon segments.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Bring back Macca

    There is more to being a journalist than reading prepared questions asking them listening to the answer and then asking the next question. Good journalism is about interacting with guests challenging them and asking questions based on their answers. We just don’t need to hear politicians rhetoric. Janet has no idea. She should definitely not be on a current affairs program. Nevenais a bit better but let’s get real journalism asking guests challenging and hard questions that out them in the spot.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Bringbackmacca
    Australia2 years ago
  • Fantastic, engaging and informing

    Macca , Tass and Paul (plus fill in hosts) do a fantastic job of giving us a wide spectrum of current affairs, mostly applicable to the rainbow world. They attract high ranking guests in politics and the community. Always compulsory listening for me every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davewb
    Australia6 years ago

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Noted value in diverse guest mix, including LGBTQ+ advocacy and public health perspectives.
Listeners appreciate a bold, interview-driven style that challenges guests without sacrificing accessibility.
Praise for high-profile guests and cross-cutting political analysis; some criticism about perceived partisanship.
Commendations for practical policy discussions and community-focused content that connects politics to everyday life.

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Sat, 1st August, 2026; Steve MinOn; Best selling debut novel; First Name, Second Name
Q: How did you storyboard the structure of a debut novel that follows a dying protagonist across a landscape of memory and migration?
Steve explains he built a spine around the walk from the protagonist back to life, then layered backstories—historical, contemporary, and familial—to flesh out the narrative while maintaining a central journey as the spine of the book.
Sat, 1st August, 2026; Steve MinOn; Best selling debut novel; First Name, Second Name
Q: What attracted you to using Junxi as a storytelling device to tell a generational story that blends Chinese and Scottish identities?
Steve describes Junxi as a mythological solution for returning bodies to birth towns, a trope that allowed him to explore displacement, self-loathing, and familial ties across generations within an Australian setting.
Sat, 1st August, 2026; MR B-Host of new show on Joy, Methodology
Q: How did you come up with the idea for your show and what is it like bringing your true self into this new format?
The idea originated after I started listening to recovery stories and saw how lonely recovery can be; I wanted to share my journey and invite experts to discuss various aspects of addiction, making space for personal and educational storytelling.
Sat, 1st August, 2026; MR B-Host of new show on Joy, Methodology
Q: What brought you to Joy and this whole concept of the show?
I wanted to give back to the community, convinced Joy to start a radio show, and even secured a scholarship to get the ball rolling, which brought me to where I am today.
Sat, 1st August, 2026; Kate Fitzpatrick, Senior Programmer at MIFF; MIFF Programme 2026
Q: Can I ask you the most challenging part of what you do?
Kate explains the difficulty of balancing a deep appreciation for many submitted films with the fixed number of slots, highlighting the need to select curated pieces that fit the festival's vision.

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

A current affairs show anchored in Australian politics and social issues, frequently featuring local and national politicians, media critics, public health advocates, and LGBTQ+ rights leaders. Episodes blend policy analysis with community voices, cross-party dynamics, and culturally relevant topics, from housing and energy policy to media ownership and advocacy campaigns. Notable strengths include a willingness to host cross-community dialogue, promote independent voices, and connect policy debates to everyday experiences through on-site reporting and audience engagement. The mix of high-profile guests and locally focused discussions makes it a valuable stop for listeners seeking practical political insight and social issue context with a ... more

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1. Mr. B
2. Kate Fitzpatrick
3. Emily Walter
4. Tom McIlroy
5. Tom McElroy
6. Alan Joyce
7. Jude Monroe
8. Steve Minon

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