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The West Live Podcast

The West Australian
Australia
Anthony Albanese
Reserve Bank Of Australia
Isis
Inflation
Cyclone Narelle
Canberra
Strait Of Hormuz
Capital Gains Tax
Western Australia
One Nation
Ebola
Angus Taylor
Hantavirus
Iran
Alice Springs
Jim Chalmers
Perth
BHP
Kumunjai Little Baby

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 why Albanese dropped an F-bomb as PM stumbled into the ALP conference. Plus, a forensic dentist testifies at British rapper Yung Filly’s trial for an alleged violent rape.

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Recent Guests

Cassidy Mosconi
Seven News reporter on location in Port Hedland
Seven News
Episode: BHP worker strike, flu-ridden Albo & America’s diarrhoea-pocalypse
Cassidy Moscone
Seven News reporter
Seven News
Episode: Why the BHP worker strike has WA mining sector on HIGH ALERT
Brooke Rolfe
The West Australian journalist providing on-ground reporting
The West Australian
Episode: China tests missile in our region, robot vacuum explodes & motorbike thefts
Caitlin Rintoul
Federal Politics Reporter
The West Live Podcast / News Outlet
Episode: Meta fronts anti-semitism RC amid claims tech giant isn’t doing enough
Paul Papalia
WA Corrections Minister
West Australian Government
Episode: Bullsbrook COVID facility tipped to become prison under new WA Govt plan
Jack Goff
CEO of the Invasive Species Council
Invasive Species Council
Episode: New H5N1 bird flu case sparks “apocalypse” fear & RECORD cocaine bust
Rex Quayle
Journalist
Seven News
Episode: Largest Aussie cocaine bust nets 2.7 tonnes, property owner unaware
Jack Gough
CEO of the Invasive Species Council
Invasive Species Council
Episode: BREAKING: New H5N1 bird flu case has expert fearing wildlife apocalypse
Andrew Watkins
Adjunct Professor, climate expert
Monash University
Episode: Pauline Hanson’s FIERY press club, Middle East travel & El Nino confirmed

Host

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 103 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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Why the BHP worker strike has WA mining sector on HIGH ALERT
Q: And do you get the sense that other mining companies in WA are watching closely for similar actions?
Yes, industry observers think other companies will monitor the situation closely, anticipating ripple effects across the FIFO-focused sector, and potentially prompting similar labor actions if demands aren't met.
Why the BHP worker strike has WA mining sector on HIGH ALERT
Q: So what are the miners looking for, and what do they hope to achieve from this strike?
The miners are seeking better pay and conditions, including fair wages, transparent classifications, career progression, and enforceable terms that reflect their specialist skills, with negotiation having reached a stalemate after months.
Why the BHP worker strike has WA mining sector on HIGH ALERT
Q: Cass, what's going on in Port Hedland?
Cassidy Moscone explains that BHP's port site has stopped work with an eight-hour tools-down action, marking a significant industrial action given the sector's long history of relative stability, and sets the stage for understanding the broader implications.
Sextortion is KILLING Aussie teens. What is Big Tech doing about it? Not much.
Q: What do we know about the death toll and the broader impact on young people?
There are significant distress and mental health consequences, with reported suicides linked to this activity in some states, and thousands of reported cases of image-based abuse in the past year.
Sextortion is KILLING Aussie teens. What is Big Tech doing about it? Not much.
Q: Caitlin, what is sextortion, and how is it happening?
Sextortion involves online friends coercing individuals into sending explicit content, then demanding payment under threats to expose it to friends, family, or the public; it's a growing, cross-platform problem in Australia.

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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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