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The ABC's politics podcast, Politics Now, dives into the biggest political stories in Australia and around the world, giving you a balanced look inside the strategies and decisions behind the headlines. Whenever major news breaks, we'll be in your feed with coverage you can trust. From Monday to Wednesday, Patricia Karvelas will chat to a rotating cast of the ABC's biggest political journalists ab... more

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After months of division and public front-running — and even some added excitement of diverted planes — it's D-Day for the Liberals to decide the party's future direction on net zero.

So, what direction is the party moving in — and can Sussan Ley ke... more

With an impartial and beloved electoral body, preferential and compulsory voting — and of course election day sausage sizzles — Australia's democratic system is the envy of much of the world. Today, Annabel Crabb joins PK to explore what exactly make... more

After months of division, the Liberal party room is finally set to meet and thrash out their future direction on net zero this week. But it's also shaping up as a challenge for Sussan Ley and her hold on leadership.

So, does Sussan Ley look like she... more

It's been 50 years since arguably the most dramatic moment in Australia’s political history – the dismissal of the Whitlam Government.

It came at a time of enormous political upheaval and debate still rages about how it all happened.

David Speers ... more

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Ken Henry
Former Treasury boss and advocate for environmental law reform
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Antony Green
ABC election icon and political analyst
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Episode: Antony Green on the rise of One Nation
Justin Bassi
Executive Director of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Australian Strategic Policy Institute
Episode: What does Trump really think about China? | Insiders On Background
Katina Curtis
Canberra Bureau Chief for The West Australian
The West Australian
Episode: How Albanese won Trump over
Kevin Rudd
Former Prime Minister of Australia and current Ambassador to the United States
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Episode: Albanese heads home with a Trump card
Hayley Channa
Director of the Economic Security Program at the US Studies Centre
US Studies Centre, University of Sydney
Episode: What will happen when Albanese meets Trump? | Insiders On Background
Luke Coleman
CEO of the Australian Telecommunications Alliance
Australian Telecommunications Alliance
Episode: Optus' communication breakdown | Insiders On Background
Matthew Knott
Foreign Affairs and National Security correspondent for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age
The Sydney Morning Herald
Episode: Is Australia more than a middle power?
Alastair Campbell
Former Communications Director to Tony Blair and co-host of the political podcast 'The Rest is Politics'.
The Rest is Politics
Episode: Alastair Campbell on Trump: "What the f is he talking about?" | Insiders On Background

Hosts

Patricia Karvelas
Host of the podcast, Patricia Karvelas is a well-known political journalist who brings expertise and insight into current political events, delving into complex issues with notable guests.
David Speers
Co-host and journalist, David Speers offers detailed analysis on major political trends and issues, engaging with experts to provide a deeper understanding of complex political landscapes.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.2k ratings
  • It's a great podcast when someone other than PK is hosting it.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    gregoz
    25 days ago
  • Keep Brett

    It's been so much better with Brett, please stay!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spades477
    Australiaa month ago
  • Emergency Failure

    Bring back local sirens they just worked. You live in a country town. The siren goes when there is a fire close. People go out and look around for smoke. Why rely on phones that can drop out. Keep it simple

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gertie_57
    Australiaa month ago
  • Call out racism!

    Describing the racist remarks made by Jacinta Nampijinpa Price as inflammatory comments only serves to normalise this kind of rhetoric. Describes things as they are or don’t bother.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jaspcle
    Australia2 months ago
  • Gripping

    Always engaging, insightful, dedicated to the work of reporting, unearthing the deeper layers of our OzPol landscapes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MatronOfParkville
    Australia2 months ago

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Optus' communication breakdown | Insiders On Background
Q: What sort of penalty would be reasonable for Optus to cop now?
The ACMA will look at Optus' legal obligations during an outage and enforce accordingly, but I wouldn't put a dollar figure on it.
Optus' communication breakdown | Insiders On Background
Q: So, Luke, let's start with that major Optus outage last month. What actually went wrong?
There was a cybersecurity upgrade that cut off access to the Triple Zero system, and two investigations are underway to determine the specifics.
Is 'fear' behind Labor's super-sized backdown?
Q: Could this instead be seen as a genuine effort to listen to feedback and find common ground?
While there are criticisms about the speed of the policy change, there is acknowledgment of the importance of adapting based on feedback.
Channelling Farage or chasing Teals?
Q: How does Paterson view the party's past election strategy?
He believes the party needs to move beyond merely apologizing for its failures and instead focus on substantial policy development and internal cohesion.
Channelling Farage or chasing Teals?
Q: What are James Paterson's views regarding the direction of the Liberal Party?
Paterson emphasizes the importance of uniting the party and defining clear values to regain public trust, rejecting both populism and a solely economic focus.

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Focused on the intricacies of current political events, this podcast offers in-depth conversations surrounding the most pressing issues in Australia and beyond. With a mix of insightful commentary from seasoned journalists and expert guests, episodes tackle diverse topics including climate policy, political strategy, immigration debates, and foreign relations, often highlighting the tensions within political parties and governments. Notably, the program is distinguished by its immediate responsiveness to breaking news, ensuring listeners receive timely analysis on rapidly evolving situations. The hosts employ a structured format that alternates between interviews with political insiders and expert analysis, making it particularly engaging f... more

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