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The West Live Podcast

The West Australian
Australia
Anthony Albanese
Iran
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Inflation
Strait Of Hormuz
Capital Gains Tax
Cyclone Narelle
ISIS
United States
Jim Chalmers
Ebola
Hantavirus
Canberra
Alice Springs
Western Australia
Donald Trump
Kumunjai Little Baby
National Cabinet
Perth, Australia

If you enjoyed listening to The West Live for your daily news fix, then come and join us over on The Nightly Five. Host Ben O’Shea continues to deliver punchy news and analysis, in a new podcast to get you in front of tomorrow’s news today! Subscribe on your favourite podcast player and visit the thenightly.com.au

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In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals details of Albo’s Greens deal to push controversial tax reforms through Parli. Plus, prison plans for Bullsbrook quarantine facility & ASIO warns of media spies.

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Recent Guests

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Jim Chalmers
Minister
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Episode: NSW couple stabbed, alleged intruder shot & Barnaby’s TV CLANGER
Barnaby Joyce
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One Nation
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Shari Markson
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News media
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Caitlin Vincy
The West's Caitlin Vincy
The West Australian/West network
Episode: Does Govt want house prices to fall, economy slows & why Albo is going viral
Richard Spencer
Former US Secretary of the Navy and chair of Austal board
Austal
Episode: Inflation is DOWN, naval shipbuilding under fire & White House UFC venue
Richard Miles
Defence Minister (Australia)
Australian Government
Episode: Inflation is DOWN, naval shipbuilding under fire & White House UFC venue
Chrissie Barrett
AFP Commissioner
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Episode: More ISIS brides arrive TONIGHT & a missile factory proposed in WA
Richard Baker
Creator of Behind the White Line podcast, Walkley-winning journalist
Behind the White Line / WA-based journalism
Episode: ISIS brides latest, most HATED Budget ever & Behind the White Line

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Ben O'Shea
Host and lead presenter; involved in Newsworthy segments and main discussions on Australian politics and current events.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • The EAST?

    Can we ease up on the eastern states news? A bit more focus on Western Australia as per the name suggest would be better. And far too much NRL coverage for an AFL state…

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nellys71
    Australia2 years ago
  • 📰

    Love this show.

    Very accessible summary of what’s happening 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chriso zxzxz
    Australia3 years ago
  • Informative local and international news in discussion form

    Thanks boys! Very informative and entertaining. Love your work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    techead76
    Australia3 years ago
  • Best way to get news in Perth

    Love this daily news podcast esp the start with Matt and Ben. Makes me laugh every morning!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mariest74
    Australia4 years ago
  • Fun in news

    Ben and Matt put the fun into the news. Ben is a great interviewer with a unique style. Enjoyable to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adallavalle
    Australia4 years ago

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Great daily briefing with balanced guest perspectives.
Hosts mix accessible news with sharp, timely analysis.
Listener-focused coverage of WA politics and national issues.
Engaging yet informative; easy to follow complex policy topics.

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EBOLA OUTBREAK: Should we close borders & what happens if there’s a case?
Q: What is the status of the Ebola vaccine development for this outbreak?
Technologies exist to accelerate vaccine development, with CEPI and other groups funding several candidates; three front-running options are in consideration, but it may require months before any are available, highlighting the need for continued global collaboration.
EBOLA OUTBREAK: Should we close borders & what happens if there’s a case?
Q: What would happen next if a case were diagnosed in Australia today?
A diagnosed case would trigger the highest public health measures, with the patient isolated, appropriate PPE used by staff, no onward transmission expected with proper care, and outcomes likely better than those seen in Africa due to stronger health infrastructure.
EBOLA OUTBREAK: Should we close borders & what happens if there’s a case?
Q: Should Australia close its borders to people coming from countries where Ebola is present?
The experts suggest that border closures are not warranted at the moment due to low global risk and robust health systems, but acknowledge that this could change and would be reassessed as needed.
Albo is going VIRAL with young people (not in a good way)
Q: Is there a risk that this viral trend could undermine serious political debate or mislead voters about policy details, such as capital gains tax changes?
Yes, the discussion notes that while humor and memes can engage younger audiences, they can also propagate inaccuracies and oversimplify complex policy issues, making it harder for voters to assess real policy trade-offs; the team emphasizes the importance of balancing entertainment with factual clarity.
Albo is going VIRAL with young people (not in a good way)
Q: Will the federal budget represent a tipping point for Albanese's relationship with the electorate, particularly among younger social media users?
The correspondent argues that online sentiment toward Albanese has shifted toward viewing him as unserious, with the budget acting as a catalyst for a more pronounced online persona and a need to adapt messaging to a younger audience. The host and reporter describe how the prime minister is experimenting with a more relaxed, relatable style, including short clips and podcasts, to regain reach with younger voters.

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What is The West Live Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, the show combines sharp political analysis with state and national policy debates, economics context, and local WA issues. Listeners can expect in-depth discussions on intergovernmental tensions, budget dynamics, and policy reforms (GST, CGT, negative gearing), plus practical public health and safety segments (illicit alcohol, Ebola-related travel, and consumer protection). The format often blends expertGuest insights with live reporting on regional economics, sports tourism ROI, and high-stakes political maneuvering ahead of elections, offering clear takes on how policy decisions affect households, businesses, and communities. A few standout traits include a strong local-political lens (notably WA-focused coverage),... more

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1. Chris Reason
2. Jim Chalmers
3. Barnaby Joyce
4. Shari Markson
5. Caitlin Vincy
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7. Richard Miles
8. Chrissie Barrett

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