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The Front brings the unrivalled journalism of Australia’s national broadsheet to audio, featuring each day’s essential page one stories, journalists’ candid take on the issues that matter and behind-the-scenes insight from our newsrooms.

To find out more about The Front you can link here and for more from the newsroom at The Australian link here or search for The Australian in your app store.

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Recent Guests

Alex Ryvchin
Board member of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ)
Executive Council of Australian Jewry
Episode: “I smell Jews”: Vile abuse on the school bus
Richard Ferguson
The Australian's Canberra Bureau Chief and royal expert
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Episode: How King Charles reeled in Donald Trump
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Episode: Did the Secret Service fail Donald Trump?
Ben Roberts-Smith
Subject of ongoing legal proceedings and high-profile war hero
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Episode: Why do some diggers back Ben Roberts-Smith?
Donald Trump
Former U.S. president commenting on international affairs
Republican Party (USA) / Former President of the United States
Episode: Trump v Harry: President says prince ‘isn’t speaking for the UK’
Eli Greenblatt
Senior business reporter for The Australian
The Australian
Episode: The beloved Australian treats getting jammed
Eric Johnston
Associate Editor with The Australian
The Australian
Episode: How oil from Iran and Russia gets into our fragile fuel supply chain
Ben Packham
Foreign Affairs and Defence Correspondent
The Australian
Episode: ‘Admiral Hollywood’ and Australia’s giant military shakeup
Will Swanton
Sportswriter for The Australian
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Episode: Gout Gout: the teenager thriving on our unrealistic expectations

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Claire Harvey
Host with long-standing role on The Front, frequently contributing as lead host and voice in Australian news discussions.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 513 ratings
  • I should not know your opinion

    The segment on the Prince Harry and Meghan was disappointing. The hosts were discussing the Australian visit but also giving their opinion on the couple as well. I think it is important journalists remain neutral while discussing the content they cover, I should not know your opinion as you are covering this for The Australian, not your own independent show.

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    JacRox71
    Australiaa month ago
  • Manipulative Lies

    Right wing lies & propaganda, with misogyny and racism heavily featured.

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    MLNR_
    Australia2 months ago
  • As you can tell by the reviews…

    Though far from perfect, they are fairly accurate. They receive a lot of negativity due to the alarming amount of radical left wing terrorists here in Australia.

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    4
    Insomniac86
    Australia3 months ago
  • Anti Zionism is NOT anti Jewish or anti semitic

    I’m incredulous as to how as journalists you would not know the difference between the ideology of Zionism and Judaism. It seems that you deliberately conflate the two.

    Pro Palestinian rallies are fighting against Zionism and Israel and not Jews!!

    Jews and Muslims lived and worked together in Palestine through history.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Uli from Italy
    Australia3 months ago
  • Essential Daily Listening

    Authoritative, unique and consistently compelling. This is a sharp, intelligent daily news podcast that cuts through the noise and delivers clarity fast. A must-listen for anyone who wants to stay properly informed.

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    DDEIC
    United States3 months ago

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#129
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#197
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#46
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#205
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#10
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#32
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The reality of policing in Alice Springs
Q: What role do police and Indigenous officers play in the community's healing process?
Liam emphasizes a nuanced picture where some police show empathy and work closely with Indigenous officers and liaison teams, but structural racism and mistrust persist, suggesting that healing requires both leadership changes and sustained community-police collaboration.
The reality of policing in Alice Springs
Q: How are living conditions in the town camps affecting residents, and what has been said about government responses?
Residents portray dire housing conditions—dilapidated houses, lack of doors, and overcrowding—and note that while there is talk of large housing investments, progress appears slow and political rhetoric has waned, creating frustration among locals.
The reality of policing in Alice Springs
Q: What's the mood like in Alice Springs now, given the high-profile case and the community's grief?
Liam describes a town deeply grieving, with sorry business ongoing and families supporting one another, yet still feeling sadness and tension as investigations continue and the public awaits court outcomes.
Push and shove as One Nation eyes its first big win
Q: What's the appeal of One Nation for a seat like Farrer, Geoff? Is this about the other big issues that we hear about in the bush all the time?
Geoff explains that One Nation is riding a regional, anti-establishment wave with focus on local grievances like housing and energy, which resonates in bush electorates and creates a real risk for traditional parties once preferences are accounted for.
Bondi report urges more cops for Jewish gatherings
Q: Has the interim report made Prime Minister Albanese's job easier or harder in terms of national security policy?
Geoff Chambers suggests it could both clarify necessary steps and pressure quicker action, while stressing the need for sustained funding and political will as reforms are rolled out.

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A daily news-focused program featuring Australian newsroom perspectives, with candid takes on the day's essential stories, media industry dynamics, and behind-the-scenes context from reporters. Episodes frequently cover media power, political debates, international events, and how sponsorships and branding intersect with journalism. Noteworthy traits include a steady rotation of top Australian reporters and editors, a sharp emphasis on media industry governance, and conversations that blend hard news with media criticism, making it useful for listeners who want a media-literate take on current events.

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2. Richard Ferguson
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4. Ben Roberts-Smith
5. Donald Trump
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7. Eric Johnston
8. Ben Packham

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