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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

Nigel Farage
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Episode: Nigel Farage hails ‘remarkable’ Hanson
Jared Lynch
The Australian's technology editor
The Australian
Episode: Just text Elon: Telstra’s Triple-0 ‘solution’
Nick Ryan
The Australian's senior wine writer
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Episode: Bay leaf and ... bull ants? Tasting a $1000 wine
Nicky Gemmell
Chief Film Critic, Culture desk
The Australian
Episode: The Odyssey: the five-star epic kicking cinema forward
Bianca Farmarcus
Content Director, Culture
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Episode: The Odyssey: the five-star epic kicking cinema forward
Anthony Galloway
Victorian political editor for The Australian
The Australian
Episode: The undoing of Moira Deeming
Steve Jackson
Editor of The Australian's Media Diary
The Australian
Episode: TV star’s dad goes rogue in defence of his girl
Helen Trinca
Associate editor with The Australian
The Australian
Episode: The undying rage of Prince Harry
Holly Rankin
Artist and lobbyist, also known as the singer Jack River
Sentiment (advisory arm); advocate for music industry
Episode: Jack River vs Big AI ‘bullsh*t’: a singer’s crusade

Hosts

Claire Harvey
Host of multiple segments with broad coverage across The Front, often guiding discussion and interviewing guests.
Kristen Amiet
Host with focus on Front segments and headline discussion.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 541 ratings
  • Uneducated host

    Some of the questions from Claire Harvey on the BRS episode is just uneducated and can’t call herself a journalist!

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    1
    Justice and respect!
    Australia2 months ago
  • Okayest Reporting Ever

    Three stars for something that’s “fine.”

    Seriously, now you’re using AI to read tweets so they sound like they’re being delivered by the person who posted on X?

    From a journalistic standpoint, this feels dishonest—you’re essentially creating your own fictitious news content instead of reporting what’s actually going on in the world.

    You don’t tune in to this mini podcast because you want hard-hitting factual anything, you tune in because it runs 10 minutes and that’s how long it takes to get... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    USA AUS
    United States3 months ago
  • 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JacRox71
    Australia4 months ago
  • Manipulative Lies

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MLNR_
    Australia5 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.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Insomniac86
    Australia5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates journalism-driven stories and candid newsroom insights.
High-quality guests boost credibility and depth for sponsors.
Neutral in tone, but some listeners want more balance on contentious issues.
Authoritative, clear daily updates with sharp analysis.
Consistently engaging, though occasional bias prompts critique from some reviewers.

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#103
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Apple Podcasts
#198
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#40
Australia/News
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#137
Australia/Top Podcasts
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#9
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#24
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How the Deni Dictionary is redefining Australian culture
Q: Tell me about the Word of the Year and how the Deni Dictionary decides what fits the page this year.
The Word of the Year reflects a history of uniquely Australian expressions and aims to celebrate phrases that are both historically rooted and relevant today, evolving to keep conversations lively and accessible rather than simply following trends.
How the Deni Dictionary is redefining Australian culture
Q: Lyndon, what is a Fridge Cigarette and how did it become part of the Deni Dictionary?
The Fridge Cigarette is a casual substitute for an outside cigarette, imagined as something drawn from the fridge, illustrating how slang evolves to fit modern, indoor or discreet contexts while keeping the playful edge of traditional phrases.
Bay leaf and ... bull ants? Tasting a $1000 wine
Q: You wrote, in fact, last year about the Grange release, that the thing wine writers can bring in what seems like a really difficult job is translating a physical experience into the written word, that what you can bring is context.
The guest explains that good wine writing blends analytical assessment of quality with poetic, emotional storytelling, using tasting notes as a bridge between physical sensation and narrative context.
Mossad tried to wipe out the Houthis. They’re back with a vengeance
Q: What impact did Mossad's actions in Sana'a have on the Houthis and the regional balance of power?
Mossad's operations were seen as a significant intelligence achievement at the time, temporarily curbing Houthi activities and leading to a period of caution. The broader balance has since shifted with ongoing Iranian influence and renewed tensions, suggesting the need to monitor how such actions ripple through the proxy dynamics in the region.
Mossad tried to wipe out the Houthis. They’re back with a vengeance
Q: Cam, what is happening in the Red Sea and why do we need to know a bit more about it?
The Red Sea is becoming increasingly important as the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted, with the Houthis threatening to blockade oil tankers. This shifts attention and risk to a less-discussed chokepoint, where Iran-backed proxies could influence energy markets and regional stability, potentially drawing in Western powers to protect shipping lanes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Front

What is The Front about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, daily news explainer with insider newsroom perspectives from Australia's national broadsheet. Episodes synthesize top page-one stories, current affairs, and policy shifts, often featuring expert guests to unpack health scares, security, economics, and media industry dynamics. The show shines when journalists provide candid takes, cross-cutting context, and behind-the-scenes rationale behind major stories, making it valuable for decision-makers who want quick, informed highlights plus nuanced analysis. Notable strengths include timely coverage of national security, health, and media ownership, as well as a willingness to explore complex policy topics with high-profile guests. Potential listeners include executives, policymakers, PR/... more

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6. Anthony Galloway
7. Steve Jackson
8. Helen Trinca

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