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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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Claire Harvey
Host of The Front, who brings a strong journalistic background and headline stories to the audience.
Kristen Amiet
Host of What's On The Front, providing insights and commentary on current events and news relevant to Australian audiences.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 476 ratings
  • One sided reporting

    Such an awful slant against Palestine, I wondered who owns and funds The Australian. I now understand why the reporting is so dreadfully unbalanced. Say no more. It's News Corp.

    Apple Podcasts
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    FullFatInfo
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Fantasy of Palestine - an apt name for the Oz’s coverage

    - 1 star. An episode about the terrorist attack on 1190 Israelis killed on Oct 7, conveniently missing a mention of the 68,173 Palestinians murdered by Israeli forces to date, the majority of whom were civilians - SHAME

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Warri0r_Princezz
    Australia2 months ago
  • Misinformation

    Single worst source of news available out of Australia. Avoid

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    thejaone
    Australia2 months ago
  • Jesus Christ: movie star

    This episode is so ridiculous it actually made me laugh. How is this “the front” of what’s on the news?

    I’m here to balance out my political news coverage, so I expect a little bit of right wing craziness sometimes, but this isn’t even news, it’s just an ad trying to make Christianity seem hip and cool???

    “So… was Jesus actually a feminist?” 😳

    Actually the most surreal podcast episode I’ve ever listened to. How much did they bribe you to produce this episode?

    Please stick to actual news g... more

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    Oce4n88
    Australia3 months ago
  • Complete rubbish

    This podcast does not talk about what’s “on the front”. The subject of each of their podcasts is often not news at all, but normally whatever their wokey issue of the day is.

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    Paulinsydney
    Australia4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful political commentary and the depth of reporting on current events.
There's a notable division in audience opinions, with a segment criticizing perceived biases in reporting.
Some episodes feature compelling narratives that resonate positively with the audience, offering a unique mixture of serious news and entertaining discussions.

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#72
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#129
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#38
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#127
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#9
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#23
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The sun erupted. A plane suddenly fell. Should we worry?
Q: Why was it Airbus planes that were so strongly affected by this as opposed to other manufacturers like Boeing?
It was described as a time and place issue related to solar radiation impacting the avionics of Airbus aircraft more than others.
The sun erupted. A plane suddenly fell. Should we worry?
Q: What happened at airports around Australia and around the world on the weekend?
A directive from Airbus required software updates for all Airbus A320 aircraft, resulting in the grounding of around 5,100 aircraft worldwide.
Sex cardigans - and other reasons to love Wicked: For Good
Q: Are you team Elphaba or team Glinda?
I'd have to say I'm team Elphaba because she is the truth-telling outsider which I aspire to be in life.
Are world leaders ganging up on Trump?
Q: Is Australia's participation likely to affect its bilateral relationship with the U.S.?
No, Australia's careful approach seems to maintain the relationship, and there is a perception of safety when collectively pushing back against Trump's agenda.
Are world leaders ganging up on Trump?
Q: Was Cyril Ramaphosa right about boycott politics not working?
Yes, it is argued that Trump wasn't wise not to attend the G20 as it typically demands consensus, and his absence meant the other leaders could push back against his agenda.

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This audio series features in-depth explorations of current news topics, political events, and cultural discussions through the lens of journalism. Notable themes include political analysis, emergency management, climate policy, and socio-cultural commentary, often reflecting on significant figures within Australian society and beyond. Unique aspects of the series include its blend of serious reporting with light-hearted narratives, allowing listeners to engage with both hard-hitting news and personal anecdotes. The format incorporates interviews and expert opinions, aiming to provide comprehensive coverage of pressing issues in an accessible manner, making it valuable for listeners interested in contemporary affairs.

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2. Richard Tognetti
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7. Jeremy Allen White
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