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The West Live Podcast

The West Australian
Joe Biden
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Interest Rates
Donald Trump
Paris Olympics
AUKUS
Australia
Covid-19
Curiosity Rover
Mars
Paris 2024 Olympics
Deep Fake Pornography
Brisbane Lions
Kamala Harris
Deepfake Pornography
Scarborough Gas Project
Woodside Energy
Human Trafficking
Paris Games
Paris 2024

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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Recent Guests

Caleb Runciman
Crime reporter
The West Australian
Episode: “Sharks circling” for Ley & pre-Schoolies drug BUST
Stephen Johnson
Economics reporter
Episode: RBA’s economy warning & Trump WRONG on autism link1011
Ben Livings
Associate Professor in Criminal Law and Evidence at the University of South Australia
University of South Australia
Episode: Erin Patterson’s appeal explained & cops SMASH drug ring
Sarah Nicholas
Mayor of the Alpine Shire
Alpine Shire
Episode: Local mayor pitches Porepunkah as tourism reopens
Dr. Martin Keir
Expert from the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Trump’s Gaza peace deal & Erin Patterson update
Cassie Zervos
Seven News reporter covering the Erin Patterson case
Seven News
Episode: Trump’s Gaza peace deal & Erin Patterson update
Nat Richards
A reporter sharing insights on weather impact
Episode: Wet Weekends: Perth sets 9yr RECORD
Scott French
Senior Lecturer in Economics at the University of New South Wales in Sydney
University of New South Wales
Episode: Optus fallout gets worse, EU steel tariffs explained
Andrew Green
The Nightly's national political editor
The Nightly
Episode: AUKUS deal safe after Pentagon review

Host

Ben O'Shea
Host of The West Live Podcast and The Nightly Five, providing engaging news commentary and analysis.

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
    Australiaa year 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
    Australia3 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
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many enjoy the engaging presentation style of the host, making complex topics easier to understand.
Critics occasionally mention a desire for more focus on local issues rather than broader national or international matters.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and accessible coverage of daily news.
Some listeners express concerns about certain political biases in the discussions.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#117
Australia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#139
Indonesia/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts
#141
New Zealand/News/Daily News

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RBA: The economy is “like a trapped racehorse”
Q: And so what did Andrew Howser have to say about that?
He insinuated there'll be no rate cuts in 2025 due to the lag effect of previous rate cuts.
RBA: The economy is “like a trapped racehorse”
Q: How does it get fixed, though? Can we just point to the government and say, it's your job, fix it?
The key thing that improves productivity is investment in technology, which has been lagging in Australia.
RBA: The economy is “like a trapped racehorse”
Q: What were your key takeaways?
They say the Melbourne Cup is the race that stops the nation, but Australia's poor productivity is the problem that stops the nation.
Erin Patterson’s appeal explained & cops SMASH drug ring
Q: How do these two appeals fit together, if at all?
The appeals are distinct; Erin Patterson's appeal focuses on the conviction, while the prosecution's appeal addresses the adequacy of the sentence.
Erin Patterson’s appeal explained & cops SMASH drug ring
Q: Is her team able to argue whether or not she got a fair trial based on the media attention and how that might have influenced the jury?
It's difficult to predict, but there are legal restrictions on media reporting during the trial to protect jury impartiality.

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This podcast presents a dynamic exploration of daily news and current events, blending insightful commentary with in-depth analysis. Throughout its episodes, topics ranging from local Australian issues to international affairs are discussed, ensuring listeners are informed about pressing matters and relevant stories. The unique style of the host adds a fresh perspective, likely making complex topics accessible and engaging for a broad audience. With a focus on both informative and entertaining content, this show appeals to listeners looking for a comprehensive overview of key news developments.

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1. Caleb Runciman
2. Stephen Johnson
3. Ben Livings
4. Sarah Nicholas
5. Dr. Martin Keir
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7. Nat Richards
8. Scott French

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