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AM is Australia's most informative morning current affairs podcast. With key political interviews and stories about the Australian way of life, AM sets the agenda for the nation’s daily news and current affairs coverage.

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Latest Episodes

Two Australians who were in Nepal when the flood hit, have now confirmed they are safe and well, bringing the total number of Australians missing to 36

Australian families who have travelled to Kathmandu are demanding answers as the search for the missing enters its eighth day.

Questions whether warning signs of the avalanche which caused devastating flash flooding in Nepal and Tibet were ignored.

AM is Australia's most informative morning current affairs program.

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Recent Guests

Oscar Jenkins
Australian who volunteered as a soldier in Ukraine
Independent interview subject
Episode: Australians search for family missing in Nepal
Ryan Fieresi
Executive Director, International Campaign for Tibet
Washington-based NGO
Episode: Death toll rises after Nepal-Tibet flood
Laila Peters-Yahya
UN official cited on reaching affected areas
United Nations
Episode: Death toll rises after Nepal-Tibet flood
Lim Sang-woo
Head of Korea's Rapid Response Team and Consular Affairs official
Government of South Korea
Episode: Death toll rises after Nepal-Tibet flood
Keshav Kandel
Vice President of the Australian Nepalese Multicultural Centre
Australian Nepalese Community
Episode: Death toll rises after Nepal-Tibet flood
Som Tamang
Australian-based Nepalese tourism operator
Langtang region tours
Episode: Fears for Australians trapped in Nepal flashfloods
Cherry Demeer
La Trobe University PhD student and AI ethics researcher
La Trobe University
Episode: Global superstar Dolly Parton dies aged 80
Cayman Gok
North America correspondent
ABC News
Episode: US threatens Iran with 'Economic D-Day'
Julie Collins
Agriculture Minister
Australian Government
Episode: Swans' fans vent frustration

Host

Melissa Clark
Host of AM with extensive involvement across ABC AM programming; coverage includes politics, national affairs, and investigative-style reporting; multiple spellings observed in transcripts.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 261 ratings
  • Victorian Resident

    The reporting is just becoming so weak and lacking context and depth. The ABC no longer undertake a subjective review with reporting focused on facts and providing the non-baised in depth reporting which our country and tax money deserves. The focus on the Middle East lacks this clearly, with attention to detail and context lacking.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Jgdwdbkodhofxswxmjh
    Australiaa year ago
  • Bright side

    How about a ‘Bright side’ dedicated podcast!!

    It’s sad that it’s mixed in with the news.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Anothet ABC supporter
    Australia2 years ago
  • Excellent

    It is my morning staple! Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizlamour
    Australia2 years ago
  • Dross

    Total dross

    Apple Podcasts
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    Xyzasghrfh
    Australia3 years ago
  • Excellent Journalism

    Excellent Journalism

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kirra_j
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Strong, credible coverage with hard questions in interviews.
Listeners value accessible explanations of policy trade-offs.
Balanced mix of domestic and international stories; timely updates.

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#186
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#72
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#115
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#51
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#68
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Labor seals NDIS deal
Q: With the passage of this legislation, are you entrenching two classes of disability?
The guest argues that the reforms are intended to expand supports and ensure investment across states, while emphasizing that alternatives and additional supports are being developed to prevent gaps, and that the policy aims to protect participants rather than create a two-tier system.
Families seek justice over Lao poisoning
Q: And has there been any response from the federal government to this?
The government has expressed deep disappointment and said it will advocate for the families at every level, including representations to local authorities.
Should heads roll at Telstra?
Q: Would heads roll at Telstra given the scale of the outage and the ongoing investigation into what caused the timer issue?
The focus is on restoring service, conducting welfare checks, and allowing the inquiry to determine accountability and appropriate penalties; the government has already raised penalties and strengthened real-time outage reporting.
Should heads roll at Telstra?
Q: Minister, on the ABC, the ABC has defended itself against criticism that its journalism has contributed to anti-Semitism or social division. Do you think the ABC's reporting is biased?
The Albanese government condemns antisemitism in all its forms, but the ABC remains a trusted national broadcaster that reports the facts and maintains standards; ongoing reviews and funding terms aim to ensure quality and impartiality.
Cyclone Narelle bears down on far north Queensland
Q: How are warmer ocean temperatures affecting cyclone intensity according to the climate scientist?
Warmer seas increase moisture and energy for storms, leading to heavier rainfall and stronger winds, which raises the risk of coastal damage and more intense cyclones.

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A daily, Australia-focused current affairs show with a strong emphasis on politics, policy, and governance. Episodes thread domestic policy debates (gambling reform, housing, migration, energy), national security, health, and economy together with international context and investigative reporting. Guests range from ministers and policymakers to journalists and industry experts, often delivering on-the-record takes, expert analysis, and real-world impact stories. Notable strengths include high-profile political interviews, cross-issue reporting, and a habit of weaving local and global perspectives into timely coverage. Potential listeners may value clear explanations of policy trade-offs, credible sourcing, and perspectives from both governm... more

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AM launched 18 years ago and published 155 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on AM include:

1. Oscar Jenkins
2. Ryan Fieresi
3. Laila Peters-Yahya
4. Lim Sang-woo
5. Keshav Kandel
6. Som Tamang
7. Cherry Demeer
8. Cayman Gok

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